Keep Growing Spring 2016 by Chicago Botanic Garden

Keep Growing SPRING 2016

Inspiration blooms at Antiques, Garden & Design Show

Member Magazine and Program Guide

OFFICERS

Robert F. Finke, Chair Timothy A. Dugan, Vice Chair, Nominating & Governance John L. Howard, Vice Chair Thomas E. Lanctot, Vice Chair, Government Affairs Catherine M. Waddell, Vice Chair, Science & Education Nicole S. Williams, Vice Chair, Finance & Investment Susan A. Willetts, Vice Chair & Immediate Past Chair, and Chair, Audit

Peter M. Ellis, Secretary DIRECTORS Sharon Brady Amy Brock, ex officio Neville F. Bryan John H. Buehler Kimberly Burt, ex officio Michael J. Busch Susan Keller Canmann David R. Casper Robin Colburn John C. Connery II Jill M. Delaney James W. DeYoung Anthony L. Farino Steve Fradkin Thomas C. Freyman Dorothy H. Gardner Steven J. Gavin Nancy Gidwitz Ellis M. Goodman John K. Greene Charles V. Greener Joseph P. Gromacki William J. Hagenah Caryn L. Harris Robert D. Hevey, Jr. Thomas B. Hunter III Jane Irwin Gregory K. Jones Todd Kaplan Jennifer M. Kasten Carolyn Katz, ex officio Angela Korompilas Diane vS. Levy M. James Leider Benjamin F. Lenhardt, Jr. Laura M. Linger Daniel I. H. Linzer Alec Litowitz Anne Loucks Josephine P. Louis Michael J. McMurray William E. Moeller George A. Peinado Janet Meakin Poor Toni Preckwinkle, ex officio Bob Probst Arnold Randall, ex officio Susan L. Regenstein John C. Robak John Rugel Ryan S. Ruskin Robert E. Shaw Tom Skilling Greg Smith Maria Smithburg Harrison I. Steans Pam F. Szokol Collette Taylor Richard L. Thomas

LIFE DIRECTORS Marilynn B. Alsdorf J. Melfort Campbell Barbara Whitney Carr Gary P. Coughlan Peter R. Crane John V. Crowe Suzanne S. Dixon Thomas A. Donahoe Peter B. Foreman Ralph F. Fujimoto James J. Glasser Florence S. Hart Pamela K. Hull Posy L. Krehbiel Bill Kurtis Donna La Pietra Mary Ann S. MacLean Robert H. Malott Mary L. McCormack Mary Mix McDonald Jeanine McNally Peter H. Merlin Jane S. O’Neil William A. Osborn Homi B. Patel John E. Preschlack Anne O. Scott David Byron Smith Susan Stone Howard J. Trienens Ernest P. Waud III Arthur M. Wood, Jr.

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We cultivate the power of plants to sustain and enrich life. Dear Garden member, This spring, the Chicago Botanic Garden will welcome a new president and CEO. In my role as board chair, I am very pleased to share that Jean M. Franczyk, deputy director of the Science Museum in London, was unanimously and enthusiastically endorsed by the Board of Directors at its December meeting. She will begin at the Garden in April. We believe Jean is uniquely qualified to envision the Garden’s future and expand its reach and reputation. Jean is coming home to Chicago, where she was born and raised. She is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and obtained a master’s degree from the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy. She has lived in the United Kingdom for the last ten years, and has been in leadership roles with the Science Museum Group since 2006. She brings more than 15 years of experience in working with museums and cultural institutions. You can read more about Jean on page 15. Jean’s appointment was the result of an extensive search. The Board’s committee and an executive search firm contacted more than 230 sources in the United States, Europe, and Australia/New Zealand to determine the seven finalists. Jean was the clear choice. I know you join the Board in extending congratulations to Jean and offering her a very warm welcome as she joins our Garden family. This month, we also said farewell to Sophia Shaw, who has served the Garden so well as its president and CEO since 2007. Through Sophia’s leadership, the Garden is now recognized as one of the truly great botanic gardens and plant conservation science centers in the world. Thanks to Sophia, the Garden is financially strong, vibrant, and growing. The Board and I wish her much success in her new ventures, and we know that Sophia will always be a good friend to the Garden. One of Jean’s first Garden events will be the Antiques, Garden & Design Show, April 15 to 17. With nearly 100 exhibitors and magnificent indoor garden displays, the Show offers a wealth of inspiration. See page 6 for more information. There is still time to see the magnificent beauty of the Orchid Show, which continues through March 13. We hope you get a chance to meet Jean at the Antiques, Garden & Design Show or at one of the member events we are planning when she arrives. I know that she looks forward to meeting all of you and working with all of us to enhance the Garden in every way. Thanks to all of you for your continued support of the Garden.

Robert F. Finke Chair, Board of Directors Chicago Botanic Garden/Chicago Horticultural Society

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Spring 2016 Features 2 Letter From the Board Chair 6 Antiques, Garden & Design Show 8 Spring Calendar 15 New President and CEO Named 16 Smart Gardener 18 Travel Back in Time at the Forest Preserves 22 What We Learned From Spike and Alice 24 Andrew Bunting Shares His Love for Magnolias 26 Get Outside With Nature Preschool 28 A Career Blooms at Windy City Harvest 30 Keeping Our Orchids Safe 32 Seeding the Future for Native Plants 36 An Energy Force on Sustainability 38 Ask the Experts 80 This Season in the Garden

School 40 Adult Education 64 Youth and Family 74 Teacher and Student

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Antiques, Garden & Design Show

ANTIQUES GARDEN & DESIGN SHOW

APRIL 15 – 17

Prepare to be surprised at the Antiques, Garden & Design Show. The exhibitors who make this Show unlike any other have so much to offer that inspiration is everywhere. Spotting the perfect piece means finding something you love, said award-winning Los Angeles-based designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard, who is this year’s honorary chair and keynote speaker. “For me, it’s not about finding a treasure—it’s about finding a personal treasure,” he said. “You never know what you are going to find. It’s that unexpected moment that makes it so wonderful.” His book, Live, Love & Decorate, features insights into his design work for clients including Tommy Hilfiger, Ellen Pompeo, and Cher. Wander through spectacular spaces created by nearly 100 exhibitors from across the United States, Africa, and Europe, as well as magnificent indoor gardens designed and built by Craig Bergmann Landscape Design. The Show is the best kind of one-stop shopping, Bergmann said: “Visitors can find fine antiques and fine design all in one place so that they can get ideas about how to put everything together.” Some come to the Show each year with a map and a plan to see the designers and exhibitors they admire. Millennials honing their taste on Pinterest and Instagram have smartphones at the ready. The vetted show presents antiques to midcentury design, a garden gallery, a design row, and two market courtyards. Find gifts, garden tools, and botanical merchandise as well as vintage décor and an unsurpassed range of antiques and garden furniture. Look for formal period pieces or whimsical touches for an interior space.

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Besides the excitement of the Show itself, there are lectures and presentations that will inspire both professionals and laypeople. In addition to Bullard, speakers include New York designer Timothy Whealon, who looks to both classicism and the twenty-first century for his modern yet timeless aesthetic; Jeff Ross, Farmstead School manager at the luxurious Blackberry Farm in Tennessee, who brings his love for history and the Appalachian region to his work with plants; and landscape architect Mario Nievera, whose book, Forever Green, features hundreds of photos of spectacular garden designs. Bring measurements from your garden or from the room you hope to adorn to the Antiques, Garden & Design Show. Find inspiration among the spring blooms at the Chicago Botanic Garden.

3 design tips from keynote speaker Martyn Lawrence Bullard

A design from Martyn Lawrence Bullard •D on’t be afraid of color. “Choose a color you look good in. If you look good wearing it, think how great you’ll look surrounded by it.”

•K eep scale in mind. “Don’t go and buy a king’s throne when you’ve only got room for a dining chair.” • “ Learn to be eclectic, and learn how to mix and match.”

ANTIQUES, GARDEN & DESIGN SHOW AND PREVIEW When: Friday through Sunday, April 15 through 17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets: Before April 14, a three-day pass is $18 for

members and $20 for nonmembers. Beginning April 15, a three-day pass is $20 for members and $22 for nonmembers. Children under age 16 are free; strollers not permitted. Standard parking fees apply; as always, members park for free.

Preview Evening: April 14

Guests will enjoy priority shopping and elegant dining. Complimentary valet parking is available. Tickets start at $250. (847) 835-6958.

The Lectures Martyn Lawrence Bullard Friday, April 15, 11 a.m. Honorary chair and keynote speaker; Los Angeles designer and author of Live, Love & Decorate. Timothy Whealon Friday, April 15, 1 p.m. New York designer and author of In Pursuit of Beauty. Jeff Ross Saturday, April 16, 11 a.m. Farmstead School manager at Blackberry Farm in Tennessee. Mario Nievera Saturday, April 16, 1 p.m. Landscape architect and author of Forever Green. Fees apply; lecture tickets include a three-day pass to the Show. All lectures will be followed by book signings.

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Calendar

Highlights Morning Music with Orchids

Mother’s Day Brunch

Tuesdays & Thursdays, February 16 – March 10

Sunday, May 8

Start your day off right with live music and beautiful flowers 10 to 11 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays as part of the Orchid Show.

Enjoy a special time with Mom at this buffet, which includes a carving station and made-to-order omelets. Reservations are required; parking is included.

Concerts in Nichols Hall are free; fee applies for the Orchid Show. Generously supported by the Helen V. Froelich Foundation.

Adult tickets are $52.95 for members and $59.95 for nonmembers. Tickets for children ages 3 to 12 are $24.95 for members and $27.95 for nonmembers. Children 2 and under are free.

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Chicago Flower & Garden Show Saturday, March 12 – Sunday, March 20

This year’s nine-day event celebrates the city of Chicago with the theme “Chicago is…” The show at Navy Pier includes seminars and demonstrations led by Chicago Botanic Garden staff. Garden members receive a $4 discount by presenting their membership card at the box office (no other discounts apply). chicagoflower.com

Malott Japanese Garden Spring Weekend Saturday & Sunday, March 19 – 20

Spring is hanami time in Japan, when people celebrate under the blooming trees. Come pay homage to the tradition with storytelling, a koto harp performance, and traditional crafts.

Tram Tours Begin Saturday, April 23

Picture-postcard views await on narrated 35-minute tram tours of the Chicago Botanic Garden. The 2.3-mile Grand Tram Tour explores the history and science of the Garden, while the intimate .8-mile Bright Encounters tour features the main island’s seasonally changing colors and landscape. Optional stops allow passengers to explore on their own. Trams are wheelchair accessible. Adult tickets are $5 for members and $6 for nonmembers. Senior tickets are $4 for members and $5 for nonmembers. Tickets for children ages 3 to 12 are $3 per member and $4 per nonmember. Children 2 and under are free. Garden Plus members ride free on Wednesdays. chicagobotanic.org/tram

Generously supported by the Malott Family Endowment for the Japanese Garden.

Malott Japanese Garden Children’s Festival

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Saturday & Sunday, May 21 – 22

Easter Egg Brunch

Enjoy a tea ceremony and shakuhachi flute performance, along with activities such as calligraphy and making origami samurai helmets.

Sunday, March 27

Celebrate spring with a family brunch. The Easter Egg Brunch includes a buffet in Nichols Hall and an Easter egg hunt in the Krasberg Rose Garden. Reservations are required; parking is included. Adult tickets are $35 for members and $40 for nonmembers. Children’s tickets are $25 for members and $30 for nonmembers; children 2 and under are free. chicagobotanic.org/easter 8 chicagobotanic.org/calendar

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Calendar

Ongoing

March

Through May 8 Rare Book Exhibition: Orchidology: Orchidaceous Investigations 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday; until 6:30 p.m. Tuesday; noon to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. chicagobotanic.org/library/exhibits

Through March 13 The Orchid Show 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/orchid

Mondays, March 7 – May 23 (no story time on April 18) Story Time in the Lenhardt Library 10 to 11 a.m. chicagobotanic.org/storytime Saturday & Sunday, March 19 – 20 (also Saturday, April 2, and Sunday, April 24) Weekend Family Class: Gumballs & Superballs 9:30 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 2:30 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/familyprograms

Tuesday, March 1 Free Library Talk: “Orchidology: Orchidaceous Investigations” 2 p.m. chicagobotanic.org/library/exhibits Tuesdays, March 1 & 8 Morning Music with Orchids 10 to 11 a.m. chicagobotanic.org/orchid

Thursday, March 3 Orchid Show Members’ Night 5 to 7:30 p.m.; fee applies chicagobotanic.org/orchid

Friday & Saturday, March 18 – 19 Members-only Plant Production Behind-the-Scenes Tour Chicago Botanic Garden members are invited to a behind-the-scenes tour of our plant production greenhouses, where 250,000 plants are raised annually. See spring flowers before they are planted. Tours take place at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.; the fee is $5. Check our website calendar for the next tour in May. Visit chicagobotanic.org/membership for reservations and call (847) 835-8215 with questions. Space is limited. chicagobotanic.org/greenhouse_tour

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Saturday & Sunday, March 12 – 13 Illinois Orchid Society Show & Sale 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. chicagobotanic.org/plantshows Saturday, March 12 – Sunday, March 20 Chicago Flower and Garden Show At Navy Pier; fee applies. Members receive discounted admission at the box office with proof of membership. chicagoflower.com Thursday, March 17 Post-Orchid Show Plant Sale Garden Plus members only, 10 a.m. – noon. All Garden members, noon – 2 p.m. Public welcome, 2 – 4 p.m. All sales final. chicagobotanic/orchid Saturday, March 19 Gardening with Young Children Teacher Workshop 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/teacherprograms Saturday & Sunday, March 19 – 20 Malott Japanese Garden Spring Weekend 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. chicagobotanic.org/japaneseweekend

Thursdays, March 3 & 10 Morning Music with Orchids 10 to 11 a.m. chicagobotanic.org/orchid Saturday, March 5 Weekend Family Class: Homemade Ice Cream 9:30 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 2:30 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/familyprograms Sunday & Monday, March 6 – 7 2015 Volunteer Spring Opportunity Fair 1 to 3 p.m. chicagobotanic.org/volunteer

Thursday, March 10 Evening with Orchids 6 to 8 p.m.; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/orchid

Saturday & Sunday, March 19 – 20 Northern Illinois Gesneriad Show & Sale Noon to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday. chicagobotanic.org/plantshows Monday, March 21 – Friday, March 25 Monday, March 28 – Friday, April 1 Spring Break Camp 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/springbreakcamp Sunday, March 27 Easter Egg Brunch 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon, and 1 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/easter

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April Sunday, April 2 Spring Lawn Care for Homeowners 9 to 11 a.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/education/horticulture Sunday, April 3 Midwest Fruit Explorers Grafting Workshop 1 to 4 p.m. chicagobotanic.org/calendar/plantshows Mondays, April 4 – June 13 (no class April 11) Gentle Yoga 9 to 10:30 a.m. or 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/education/wellness _and_fitness Thursday, April 7 Nature Preschool Open House 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; preregister for free parking. chicagobotanic.org/preschool Saturday, April 23 Earth Day Walk to the McDonald Woods 1 p.m.; meet in front of the Visitor Center. chicagobotanic.org/earthday Saturday, April 30 Meditation Walk: The Cycles of Life 8 to 10 a.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/education/wellness_and_ fitness Saturday, April 30 The Hidden Art of Trees Exhibition opens in Joutras Gallery. chicagobotanic.org/exhibitions Saturday, April 30 Scout Seasonal Workshop: Earth Day 12:45 to 3 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/scout/seasonal Saturday & Sunday, April 30 – May 1 Midwest Daffodil Society Display & Floral Design Show Noon to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday. chicagobotanic.org/plantshows

ANTIQUES GARDEN & DESIGN SHOW Friday – Sunday, April 15 – 17 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily

Preview Evening Thursday, April 14 6 to 10 p.m.

Lectures Friday, April 15 Martyn Lawrence Bullard, honorary chair and keynote speaker 11 a.m. Timothy Whealon, guest speaker 1 p.m. Saturday, April 16 Jeff Ross, guest speaker 11 a.m. Mario Nievera, guest speaker 1 p.m. All lectures will be followed by a book signing. See pages 6 and 7 or visit chicagobotanic.org/ antiques for more information. Complimentary valet parking is available for Preview Evening. Fees apply for all events.

May Saturday & Sunday, May 7 – 8 Central States Dahlia Society Sale 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. chicagobotanic.org/plantshows Hoosier African Violet Society Display & Sale 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. chicagobotanic.org/plantshows Saturday, May 7 Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America opens 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (weather permitting); fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/railroad Generously supported by Bank of America. Sunday, May 8 Mother’s Day Brunch 9 a.m., 11 a.m., or 1 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/mothersday Wednesday, May 11 Discovery Programs begin in the English Walled Garden, Malott Japanese Garden, and Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden Through October 2; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. chicagobotanic.org/calendar/ongoing/discovery_programs Thursday, May 12 Spring Concert 6 – 8 p.m. An indie music concert with Valslist; fees apply. chicagobotanic.org/calendar Plant Giveaway Discovery Program begins in Fruit & Vegetable Garden Through September; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; while supplies last. chicagobotanic.org/calendar/ongoing/plant_giveaways Saturday, May 14 World Bonsai Day 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. chicagobotanic.org/calendar/event/world_bonsai_day

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Looking Ahead

Pepper Sundays

Butterflies & Blooms

May 22, June 19, July 10, and August 7

May 28 – September 5

Spice up your spring and summer at special events devoted to all things pepper. Learn growing tips, shop for pepper plants and products, and get a free pepper plant (while supplies last) from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 22 at the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden. Check the website for more great pepper events.

Hundreds of colorful butterflies from around the world flutter through the tropical escape of Butterflies & Blooms in a mesh structure on the Annex Road as you head from the Visitor Center to the McDonald Woods. It is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (weather permitting). You can also watch butterflies and moths as they hatch in the pupa and cocoon emergence room.

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Grapevines & Wines Thursday, May 26

Make a toast to the seasons ahead at an intimate lakeside tasting event from 6 to 8 p.m. Sample wines from around the world on the canopied terrace of the McGinley Pavilion. More than 50 varieties of wine will be available for tasting; light fare and wine by the glass will be available for purchase. Participants must be 21 or older. Advance tickets are $25 for members and $30 for nonmembers. Day-of tickets are $28 for members and $33 for nonmembers. chicagobotanic.org/wines

Garden Chef Series Saturdays & Sundays, May 28 – October 9

Noted chefs prepare recipes with garden-fresh ingredients all summer long at 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays in the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden’s open-air amphitheater. Seating is first come, first served for these free demonstrations. Generously supported by Food Network Magazine. chicagobotanic.org/chef

Adult tickets are $5 for members and $6 for nonmembers. Senior tickets are $4 for members and $5 for nonmembers. Tickets for children ages 3 to 12 are $3 per member and $4 per nonmember. Children 2 and under are free. Admission is free for Garden Plus members on Wednesdays. chicagobotanic.org/butterflies

World Environment Day Saturday, June 4

Get the latest on conservation and sustainability issues— globally and in your own backyard—in a variety of programs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bring plastic plant containers for recycling and vases to donate via Random Acts of Flowers from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in parking lot 4. Generously supported by Baxter International, Inc.; ITW; NorthShore University HealthSystem, and UL. chicagobotanic.org/wed

Evenings June 4 – September 5

Ready for two-stepping under the stars on warm summer nights? Bring your dancing shoes for the live music and pack a picnic for a late dinner during the Garden’s extended summer hours (until 9 p.m.). Generously supported by NorthShore University HealthSystem. chicagobotanic.org/evenings

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Coming to the Chicago Botanic Garden will be a homecoming for Jean M. Franczyk, the next president and CEO of the Chicago Botanic Garden. Though she has lived in the United Kingdom for the last ten years, Franczyk grew up on the South Side and received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Illinois. Franczyk, who has been in leadership positions with the Science Museum Group in the United Kingdom since 2006 and has been deputy director of the Science Museum in London since 2014, assumes her new role at the Garden in April. “Jean offers a wonderful mix of skills and proven experience in leading large-scale cultural institutions,” said Robert F. Finke, board chair of the Chicago Botanic Garden. “She will bring strong science, education, and public programs expertise to one of the great botanic gardens of the world and a crown jewel of the Forest Preserves of Cook County. She is well positioned to strengthen the Garden’s reach and reputation not only in the United States but also internationally.” “As a professional who has dedicated a large portion of my career to connecting people to culture through science, education, and the arts, I am thrilled to be joining the Chicago Botanic Garden,” Franczyk said. “The Garden is a significant advocate for plant conservation and protection worldwide and provides a powerful means of connecting people to the natural world.” The U.K.’s Science Museum Group (SMG) includes the Science Museum in London, the Museum of Science and Industry in Manchester, the National Railway Museum in York and Shildon, and the National Media Museum in

Bradford. Collectively, SMG hosts 5.7 million visitors annually. Franczyk’s experience over a 30-year career spans government, nonprofit, and private sectors. Before becoming deputy director of the Science Museum, Franczyk served as both the director of the Museum of Science and Industry in Manchester and SMG’s director of learning. In Chicago, she was vice president of education and guest services at the Museum of Science and Industry; served as the chief of staff for the Chicago Board of Education; was a policy adviser to Mayor Richard M. Daley; and managed a grant-making portfolio for the Chicago Community Trust. Franczyk also worked as a journalist for the Chicago Reporter and the Miami Herald.

“I can honestly say that I feel the Garden’s mission in my bones. I have an emotional connection with the natural world and, as a result, feel a strong sense of responsibility for protecting and conserving it.”—Jean M. Franczyk

Franczyk graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and holds a master’s degree in public policy studies from the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy. She is also an alumna of the Getty Leadership Institute. “I can honestly say that I feel the Garden’s mission in my bones,” Franczyk said. “I have an emotional connection with the natural world and, as a result, feel a strong sense of responsibility for protecting and conserving it.”

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Smart Gardener

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As we wait for buds and bulbs, take time to plan for your spring garden Revamp your garden If portions of your landscape are showing signs of age, it may be time to edit and fine-tune. 1. Start with a fresh eye. Do you wish your yard was sunnier? Simpler? More colorful? Formulate a goal for your garden and plan toward that. 2. Make a map and a list. Do a basic layout of your space, including key measurements. Create a working list of each landscape plant and hardscape item, noting age, location, and overall health or condition. Work from the top down, from trees to annuals. Note necessary repairs. 3. Rate and rank. Use your garden map and assessment list to rate and rank the issues. Work in phases so you can budget in advance, and consult experts, where necessary. 4. Build toward a master plan. It’s a process. As you prune, remove, transplant, or start afresh, you’ll have many opportunities to tweak, rethink, and revise.

5 plants to start now (or soon) from seed Basil: Start four to six weeks before the last frost date. Basil is quite tender, so don’t rush it outdoors. Try one of the many unusual varieties—lemon, Thai, red, or cinnamon basil. Broccoli: Start seeds indoors the first week in March and transplant the cold-tolerant seedlings outdoors late in April. Tomatoes: Everybody’s favorite crop can be a bit tricky, so consider a disease-resistant hybrid. Start indoors about March 15 and don’t transplant until the soil is good and warm.

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Lettuce: Sow a large container of lettuce seeds indoors in mid-March in a sunny window, and move the whole thing outdoors in April for baby greens just a couple of weeks later. Petunias: They need a long time indoors, so sow petunia seed in early February and plant outdoors after the last frost date in May.

Compost vs. mulch Cover bare soil with compost or mulch, replenished throughout the gardening season. Save bark or wood mulch for paths or heavily landscaped beds, since it contributes little in the way of nutrients.

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Across the Forest Preserves

Nature walks offer glimpses into what the settlers saw In spring, plants come alive and are on full display in their native habitats. The core mission of the Forest Preserves of Cook County is to restore areas damaged by invasive species and nurture our sites back to their pre-settlement landscapes. This is the perfect time to take a walk through the forest preserves and and experience the county as it would have been centuries ago.

Deer Grove is just one of many preserves that offer a botanic buffet this time of year. Spring is an ideal time to see woodland wildflowers such as Dutchmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s breeches and wood anemone. The Palatine preserve is also a great spot for birding. Five new and revitalized campgrounds opened in the Forest Preserves of Cook County in 2015, and they offer opportunities for nature lovers not only to learn about the outdoors but to immerse themselves in the wilderness and sleep under the stars while still being close to home.

Deer Grove in Palatine is home to a variSandhill cranes, Deer Grove East Forest Preserve ety of habitats and has many small wetlands that attract such wildlife as turtles, frogs, salamanders, and several rare species. Look for vernal Outdoor activities can be gateways to lifelong connections to ponds, or temporary springtime wetlands, which support nature. Day trips to any of the six Nature Centers are great many local amphibians, including blue-spotted salamanescapes, and there are a variety of events hosted throughout ders and chorus frogs. Visitors can also enjoy wetlands, upCook County. Be sure to visit fpdcc.com to download the land forests, woodlands, savannas, and prairies. seasonal brochures and search for events near you.

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Don’t be surprised if Jim Ault, Ph.D., Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley director of ornamental plant research at the Chicago Botanic Garden, decides to throw a patent party. The manager of the Chicagoland Grows, Inc. plant introduction program recently received approval from the United States Patent and Trademark Office for ten patent applications, all for plants developed at the Garden, with four more awaiting approval.

For Ault, there are more patents to write (five on his desk right now) and stunning plants to create. He calls himself “a genetic artist,” but science is not the only goal. “The bottom line is I want a beautiful garden plant.”

Ten new plants for Chicagoland Grows, Inc. Phlox × procumbens ‘Pink Profusion’ Phlox ‘Violet Pinwheels’

The patent windfall has a bit to do with timing, as a change in the patent laws made it necessary to file all of these applications at the same time. Once approved, a patent protects the rights for a plant for 20 years.

Baptisia australis ‘Blue Mound’ Baptisia ‘Lavender Rose’ Baptisia ‘Lunar Eclipse’

For Dr. Ault, patience is key, as it takes about ten years for plants to move from concept to retail. There is a bit of faith involved too, as a patent has to be filed before a plant is tested in the marketplace. “You take a calculated risk that the plant is going to succeed,” Ault said. Chicago-area gardeners could see some of these ten plants this spring at local garden centers. He’s proud of all of them, but two are special: Baptisia ‘Lunar Eclipse’, for its flowers that change from creamy white to deep violet as the plant ages, and Baptisia ‘Sunny Morning’, for its profusion of yellow flowers on dark charcoal stems.

Baptisia ‘Mojito’ Baptisia ‘Royal Purple’ Baptisia ‘Sunny Morning’ Baptisia ‘Sandstorm’ Tradescantia ‘Tough Love’

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The Critical Search for a Plant When a Denver hospital put out the call for a rare plant, a Chicago Botanic Garden director sprang into action. National Jewish Health—a leading respiratory hospital— was treating a little girl who had been flown in from Japan after suffering a life-threatening allergic reaction, possibly to Thujopsis dolobrata, a rare evergreen shrub that is native to Japan. The search began with the Denver Botanic Gardens, whose experts then contacted Boyce Tankersley, the Garden’s director of living plant documentation. Tankersley snipped 20 chicagobotanic.org

a branch from two different cultivars of Thujopsis and sent the samples overnight to Denver. It turned out that Thujopsis did appear to be the culprit, and the hospital is continuing to test the girl’s blood samples with extracts from the Thujopsis to determine what constituents are causing the allergic reaction (the same constituents can be found in related species so the search to identify other potential sources is prudent). The young girl responded quickly to emergency treatment, was stabilized, and was able to return to Japan.

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The Power of the Titans Corpse flowers Spike and Alice leave a legacy as well as memories Prior to August 2015, if you asked a Chicagoan if they had ever heard of a titan arum, the most likely answer would have been a simple “no.” After September 2015, ask that same question, and the response is likely to be: “That stinky flower? Yeah, I heard about (read about, went to see) that!” The rare and unusual titan arum left its mark on the Chicago Botanic Garden and the Chicago area last fall, and with it, a legacy of community, scientific inquiry, and conservation. With the near-bloom of Spike and the successful bloom of Alice the Amorphophallus just a couple of weeks later, the Garden took its place in a long line of plant explorers, plant breeders, horticulturists, and institutions to bring the colossal, smelly flower of Amorphophallus titanum to the public eye. Kris Jarantoski, the executive vice president and director who championed the idea of growing titan arums at the Garden a dozen years ago, put that history into perspective. “The Chicago Botanic Garden is where people today go to experience the wonder of the plant world, whether through bonsai, fruits and vegetables, English gardens, or tropical plants in the greenhouses. Our work is to continually expose people to the fascinating, beautiful, and strange world of plants. … The fact that 100,000 people came to see our titan arums attests to the public’s love of and fascination with plants and horticulture.” Patience pays off It can take a single titan arum more than ten years to grow from seed to corm to leaf to flower. The corms of Spike and Alice were each about 12 years old when they reached the reproductive flowering stage.

It really smells When Alice bloomed for just a single day, visitors experienced the powerful stench that earned the plant its nickname of “corpse flower.” They also marveled at the plant’s huge flower structure.

What is that? Small windows were cut open at the base of Alice’s spathe to perform the “manual pollination process,” using pollen from Spike and donated pollen from the Denver Botanic Gardens.

display in the Tropical Greenhouse. Dr. Herendeen said that analysis of data from Spike and Alice will be ongoing, and will expand with each titan flower that blooms at the Garden in the future.

Visitors were fascinated More than 100,000 people came to the Garden to see Spike and Alice, some patiently waiting in line for hours.

Visitors waited for up to three hours in line to take selfies, and they were wonderfully vocal about how Alice smelled. “Rotten eggs.” “300,000 dead rats and 500 garbage cans.” “Really bad gym socks.” Many others were on “titan watch” via a live webcam each day. The “titan” community—curious, interested, fun-loving— wanted to know everything about the titan arums. For Jarantoski, the interest “was enlightening. I was struck by the fact that people not only came to see a weird, smelly flower, but also brought an interest in the life cycle and morphology of the plant and the horticultural science involved in growing it.” With Spike’s debut, our education staff recognized the teaching opportunity and developed a terrific set of lifescience resources.

Go to chicagobotanic.org/titan for more information. An expanding titan arum collection will need room to grow: Space is planned within the new Kris Jarantoski Campus tropical greenhouses. Your donation helps to conserve titan arums and many other of the world’s most exotic plants. chicagobotanic.org/donate

With eight titans of flowering age in our collection so far, plus fresh seed gathered from Alice, there is the possibility of a lifetime of titan blooms.

Tim Pollak, the outdoor floriculturist who raised Spike and Alice from seedlings and earned the name “Titan Tim,” is philosophical about their legacy. “The titan arum is one of the plant kingdom’s most spectacular phenomena, and spectacular plants help us all to realize the incredible complexity and diversity of the natural world.” Plans are also taking shape for a 2017 plant exploration trip to Sumatra, a possible joint venture with other titan-minded institutions. Of special interest: seed collection to help broaden the genetic diversity of titans living outside their native habitat. While Spike and Alice leave a larger legacy, the two titans also taught many smaller things. To expect the unexpected. To make the most of every teachable moment. To stay up for 24 hours every once in a while. And to never underestimate the power of a plant.

It was a teachable moment for the Garden’s scientists too, as Spike and Alice provided opportunities to gather new and creative data about this unusual plant. Pat Herendeen, Ph.D., senior scientist and senior director of systematics and evolutionary biology, organized a study of electron microscopy images of the pollen collected from Spike, and Shannon Still, Ph.D., former adjunct assistant conservation scientist, used an infrared thermographic camera to record the amount of heat that Alice gave off. Spike’s pollen, along with some from the Denver Botanic Gardens, was used to pollinate Alice the Amorphophallus. At the Garden’s Nancy Poole Rich Herbarium, Spike’s remaining dried plant parts (spadix, male and female flowers, peduncle) are being saved as herbarium specimens for horticulturists, botanists, and other plant experts to use in further titan study. Now through April 1, Alice’s fruit is on

We are still learning The dried plant parts (spadix, male and female flowers, peduncle) will be used by plant experts in further titan studies.

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Magnolia Magnate Andrew Bunting brings his love for the exotic plant, and all others, to the Garden Not every year, but occasionally, the flowers on the majestic old saucer magnolia (Magnolia × soulangeana) outside Andrew Bunting’s window would remain untouched by frost. The explosion of pink blossoms transfixed the teenager, and this tree in the backyard of his Manhattan, Illinois, home sparked his lifelong passion for magnolias. Today, Bunting is the Chicago Botanic Garden’s assistant director and director of plant collections and is nationally recognized for his knowledge of woody plants, particularly magnolias. In fact, his book, A Plant Lover’s Guide to Magnolias, will be published by Timber Press this spring. The 225-page work is an upto-date reference on the genus and features many new cultivars and species. That resplendent saucer magnolia may have inspired Bunting, but he was passionate about plants long before then. As a young boy, he lived in Santa Rosa, California, where his mother was an avid flower and vegetable gardener. “I enjoyed planting the garden with my mother and enjoyed harvesting too, especially the artichokes,” he said. Bunting’s mother encouraged his interest, taking him to the Luther Burbank Home & Gardens in Santa Rosa, and when he was older, allowing him to tend extensive 24 chicagobotanic.org

gardens of his own. He learned about agriculture crops at his grandfather’s Nebraska farm. He attended high school and college in Illinois, and during college he interned both at the Morton Arboretum and at the Chicago Botanic Garden, with Kris Jarantoski, who coordinated the intern program. “Thirty-one years ago when Andrew was an intern here, he already showed great promise,” said Jarantoski, the Garden’s director and executive vice president. “I remember driving a van full of interns back from a field trip. Andrew interrupted a chorus of ‘99 Bottles of Beer’ and said, ‘Hey, I’ve got an idea. Let’s play a game: How many genera of plants can you think of that begin with the letter Z?’” Jarantoski continued with a laugh. “It wasn’t a huge hit with his fellow interns, but I knew any college student with that kind of horticultural zeal was certain to go far.” And so it was with the sense of homecoming and bit of déjà vu that Bunting returned to the Garden last spring. Prior to the move, he served as curator of the Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College in Pennsylvania. “Though I lived on the East Coast for three decades, I’ve always identified as a midwesterner,” he explained. “I’ve watched the Chicago Botanic Garden flourish, and it’s very rewarding to return to help shape this world-class garden’s future.”

Plants selected for collection may represent a country, or they may expand the Garden’s representation of a specific species. For example, Bunting hopes to obtain Persian ironwood (Parrotia persica) from Azerbaijan. The deciduous tree, which is related to witch hazel, can grow to 40 feet, boasts four-season ornamental interest, is hardy in many regions, and has demonstrated pest resistance.

Andrew Bunting’s tips for great Midwest magnolias • Choose cultivars such as Magnolia × soulangeana, Magnolia stellata, and Magnolia × loebneri, which are hardy for the Chicago region. • To prevent scale, make sure soils are well-drained and that plants are properly watered during periods of drought.

Bunting hopes to return from these expeditions with partnerships as well as plants. “This program can fulfill several Garden needs, strengthening our evaluation, breeding, interpretation, and education efforts,” he said. “I see great potential for capacity building and staff exchanges; opportunities for our graduate program in conservation biology, and for conservation fieldwork.”

When he returns home to the Garden from this robust expedition schedule, his first stop may well be to the English Walled Garden. There, just near the cottage garden, stands a glorious saucer magnolia.

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His role at the Garden is two-fold. As assistant director, he again works closely with Jarantoski, immersing himself in garden design, plant selection, and sustainability. As director of plant collections, Bunting guides the content and curation of the Garden’s permanent plant collection. He is in the process of developing a tenyear expedition plan that includes national and international expeditions to the Midwest and Southeast regions of the United States, Canada, Azerbaijan, Croatia, Estonia, Georgia, Latvia, Romania, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea. The collecting trips will be conducted with other institutions, including the U.S. National Arboretum, Morton Arboretum, and Longwood Gardens.

Capturing the Value of Wild Plants Maps had been followed, clues tracked, and early last summer the fortune was found. Standing on the far side of a hummock swamp in Delhaas Woods in Bristol, Pennsylvania, Andrew Bunting had located a unique magnolia tree population on the edge of fading away. He had discovered the treasure he set out to find. Bunting, the assistant director at the Chicago Botanic Garden and the director of plant collections, was on day three of a nine-day adventure across the East Coast to collect northern populations of Magnolia virginiana var. virginiana L. “What’s great about the collecting trips is that you can do a lot of research, but there are always surprises” when you get in the field, Bunting said. This species, commonly called sweet bay magRare plants discovered by Garden nolia, is generally scientists allow further research. underrepresented in living collections and arboreta. By taking plant samples, he and his team hope to grow new generations of sweet bay magnolia plants that can be safely maintained in secure locations and used to study and potentially boost the wild populations. The collection project was funded by the U.S. Forest Service and American Public Gardens Association. In all, the team—which included project partner Joe Rothleutner, tree and shrub breeder at the Morton Arboretum, and other local experts—returned home with representatives from nine populations and 850 unique cuttings. Over the next months, Rothleutner will work to propagate the new sweet bay magnolia cuttings. They will then be dispersed among selected gardens, and plants will be cultivated at the Chicago Botanic Garden. “I’m hopeful that some of our work may help figure out why that population is where it is,” Bunting said.

Education

Nature Preschool brings the classroom outdoors stack wobbly rocks on uneven When Ann Halley was growground; in a traditional preing up, she and her two little school, children might climb sisters would gather their evenly spaced rungs on a playfriends and walk eight blocks ground ladder and stack plastic from their home to Columbus blocks on a classroom floor. Park in Chicago. On long summer days, under big trees “When you think about a with nooks for climbing and child, how do they learn?” said on the banks of a fishing laHalley. “They learn by touchgoon, they would play house ing and by smelling … the or fairies or pirates until dusk. natural world has so much to “When I look back at it now, I stimulate the senses.” realize that was my basis for my appreciation of nature,” said Halley, who has been a teacher Students explore nature with Ann Halley. Halley, the Chicago Botanic for more than 30 years, started Garden’s new coordinator of early childhood a popular nature preschool for the Park Learn more programs. “It was really and truly like our Ridge Park District before she came to the Nature Preschool classes begin in own outdoor classroom.” September for 3- and 4-year-olds. Garden. She will teach the preschool classes, along with an assistant. In September 2016, Halley will launch the Attend an open house on April 7, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., in the Garden’s Nature Preschool at the new RegenEileen Prendergast, the Garden’s director of Visitor Center’s Lakeside Room, stein Learning Campus. The Nature Preschool education, said Halley is the perfect person and register today. will have the same kindergarten-readiness fofor the job. “Her warmth and enthusiasm chicagobotanic.org/preschool cus as a traditional preschool, but the curricmake it easy for children to connect with and ulum—which will include the basics, such as relate to her,” said Prendergast. reading, writing, and science—will be tied to nature. Much The wheels are always turning when Halley walks through of the class time will be spent outdoors. the Garden. She snaps pictures of the earthmovers on the In the United States, nature preschools only recently have Learning Campus so she can show the children what their taken off, said Halley. Nationwide, there are about 120 school looked like as it was being built. A year before the nature-based schools, according to the Natural Start Allipreschool’s opening, she was already drawing up lesson ance, a coalition of educators and others who help connect plans on the right way to walk in the woods. young children with nature. When her son, Sean, was growing up, Halley would take Studies have shown that children who regularly spend time him camping or for walks at the Garden. Now Sean is 25 outdoors become better critical thinkers and problem solvand works in sports marketing. To unwind, he goes bike ers, said Halley, who is vice president of the Northern Illiriding, hiking, or whitewater rafting. “I like to think he was nois Nature Preschool Association. For instance, in a nature my first student,” Halley said, laughing. “He still has a preschool, children might jump over logs in the woods and great appreciation for nature.”

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Urban Agriculture

Gardner grows into urban farm mentor Perhaps it was fate that 23 years ago, Reneldia Smith married a man whose last name was Gardner. At the time, though, she had never planted a seed. “Here I was, a full-grown woman, and one day my husband planted some seeds in the backyard, and a cucumber grew.” Gardner’s eyes grew wide. “That just blew my mind. To actually see it come out of the ground, delicious, fresh smelling. I couldn’t believe it.” Now Gardner is a grower at Windy City Harvest Youth Farm in Washington Park, where she mentors teens and impacts young lives in ways she never could have imagined. “Reneldia is such a warm person and easy to be around. And that comes across every day in her work,” said Eliza Fournier, the Chicago Botanic Garden’s urban youth programs director. “The teenagers love her. She’s like a second mother to them and for some, a first mother. They trust her, confide in her, respect her.” In fact, “they fight for my affections,” Gardner said. “I love working with the students. I get on their cases—and they still love me. “I just speak to them with my heart. It’s unbelievable to be able to impact lives.” Early in her career, Gardner worked in the healthcare industry and was eventually promoted to a management position. Then, after staying home to raise her children, she enrolled in the Windy City Harvest Apprenticeship class of 2010. In this hands-on, nine-month certificate program, Gardner learned about all aspects of urban farming.

After successfully completing that program, she enrolled in the summer internship portion of the class at the Garden’s Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden. She was hired as a Windy City Harvest grower immediately after, and for the past five seasons Gardner has mentored more than 125 teens at the farm. She has grown more than 25,000 pounds of produce, much of which is distributed through farm stands in Washington Park. “Sometimes when we make a delivery, people are actually taking the produce out of my hands,” Gardner said, describing how excited these customers are to purchase fresh vegetables. Over the years, Fournier has watched Gardner blossom. “It’s great to see her grow within the program and to see her come so far, all the while managing to raise four sons, home school them, and send the older ones to college.” After completing the 14-week Windy City Harvest business course and submitting a business plan, Gardner applied for and received a one-eighth acre plot at the Windy City Harvest incubator site. She started her own business, Sweet Pea and Friends, where she grows some food but mostly flowers, which is where her true gardening passions lie. She has created a thriving business selling to several local florists. Her vision continues to grow. “I’m hoping to graduate to one-quarter acre,” she said. chicagobotanic.org/urbanagriculture

“I like to almost trick them into tasting. I’ll just eat the spinach right from the ground, and they just look at me. Then they try it—and they fall in love. It touches my heart.”

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Reneldia Gardner at Legends South Farm in the Bronzeville neighborhood of Chicago.

When it comes to houseplants, orchids are the darlings of display. Their colorful flowers and thick, succulent leaves embody tropical flair. Besides the more common Cymbidium and Phalaenopsis that are sold as indoor plants, corsages, and cut flowers, there are more than 26,000 species of orchids found worldwide. But few people may realize that some orchids Purple fringed orchid (Platanthera psycodes). also make their home right here, growing in forest preserves and other protected areas in the Midwest.

Photo by Jim Fowler

Science

Keeping orchids where they Of the more than 26,000 orchid species, about 10,000 can be found in the tropics. North America is home to more than 200 species.

“These are species that have evolved over millions of years, and each has developed a solution to its own environmental challenges. Each one represents a unique solution and tells a unique story about life on earth,” Vitt said. “Just because of that, they’re worth being conserved.”

As a starting point, Bunting is collecting and analyzing orchid data from other public gardens. “We’re looking at what species they may be growing, whether they are seed banking or fungal banking, as well as their propagation, conservation, and education efforts,” he said. The goal is to have a database of every single orchid species and to identify shortcomings within “There are more collections. For instance, while some organizations may be collecting orchid seeds for native orchid their seed banks, Bunting suspects that few species in Illinois are doing fungal or soil research on native orchids. That’s extremely important because than in Hawaii.” every orchid species requires a fungal partPati Vitt ner to germinate its seeds and grow to an adult plant.

“There are 49 species of native orchids in the Midwest, of which 45 are found in Illinois,” said Pati Vitt, Ph.D., associate conservation scientist and Susan and Roger Stone curator of the Dixon National Tallgrass Prairie Seed Bank at the Chicago Botanic Garden. “There are more native orchid species in Illinois than in Hawaii.” The Forest Preserves of Cook County are home to five different types of very uncommon orchids, including the federally threatened eastern prairie fringed orchid (Platanthera leucophaea).

Along with Andrew Bunting, the Garden’s assistant director and director of plant collections, Dr. Vitt and other Garden scientists are part of the North American Orchid Conservation Center (NAOCC), a coalition of organizations dedicated to conserving native The average orchid North American orchids. Until replant can take up to cently, most orchid research and seven years to ma- propagation efforts focused on tropiture from a seed to cal species. The Smithsonian Institution and the United States Botanic a flowering plant. Garden established NAOCC as a collaborative effort between public and private organizations to preserve habitats, create and maintain national collections of seeds and orchid mycorrhizal fungi, and support

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research on orchid ecology, conservation, and restoration.

Rare, threatened, and endangered orchids are disappearing for several reasons, including habitat loss due to development of buildings, roads, and agriculture. “People still dig them up—it’s poaching, illegal, and unethical,” Vitt says. “It’s reckless because the orchids generally tend to die once they’re dug.” Plants taken from their native habitat rarely survive because they don’t have the right conditions, they’re

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transplanted improperly, and they need very specific soil fungi to grow. Many of our orchids are a nectar source for bees, butterflies, and other insects. Some orchids flower during what Vitt calls “the green lull,” when little else is in bloom. “In a well-designed garden, June through August is a profusion of color, but in woodlands, it’s mostly green,” she said. Vitt is working with orchid conservationists at the Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor in Wisconsin’s Door County. The site features more than 25 orchid species ranging from the tiny heartleaf twayblade (Neottia cordata) to the tall showy lady’s slipper (Cypripedium reginae). “Our role is to provide long-term, high-quality storage of seeds for their site,” she said. The NAOCC’s initiative is in its third year of a decade-long plan. As an important partner, the Garden, with its scientific expertise and dedication to conservation, is committed to playing a significant role in researching and restoring these native wonders for future generations to enjoy. Does Vitt have a favorite or- Many orchids depend chid? “That’s a hard question. on a single species of I’m particularly fond of purple bird, bee, or other fringed orchid (Platanthera psyinsect for pollination. codes). But I love them all. They’re all awesome—each and every one has a story, and each one is fascinating and meaningful. Our big responsibility as plant lovers is to learn and cherish those individual stories.”

Seed-collecting research allows scientists to explore and preserve habitats.

Inflorescences of lady slipper orchids (Cypripedium reginae).

Learn more Visit goorchids.northamericanorchidcenter.org. Information on growing orchids indoors: chicagobotanic.org/repot_orchid. Adult education classes on orchid care: chicagobotanic.org/school.

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It starts with a seed How the Garden is helping to make sure the West wins restoration battles

Photos by BLM and BLM New Mexico

There’s a sort of tallgrass prairie seed collection command center inside the Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center. From across the Midwest, seed accessions—collections of 10,000 seeds from at least 50 plants—arrive at the National Tallgrass Prairie Laboratory packed in brown bags and accompanied by a newsprintwrapped herbarium voucher, a data sheet, and a leaf sample that carries a signature of the plant’s DNA.

cies focused on native plant conservation to help create the seed strategy, and it will be a key resource for research and seeds for future restoration needs.

Along with advocacy through the Plant Conservation Alliance Non-Federal Cooperator Committee, a network of more than 300 U.S. organizations interested in native plant conservation, the Garden has become a key part of the National Seed Strategy for Rehabilitation and Restoration, announced by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in August in Boise, Idaho.

Much of the strategy targets western rangelands, where drought-stricken terrain has fueled recent wildfires, such as the Soda fire in Boise Idaho, which, according to a report in the Los Angeles Times, charred close to 300,000 acres. “The first step is to determine what the seed needs are, what is currently available, and whether those are local, genetically appropriate sources,” said Kay Havens, Ph.D., senior director of ecology and conservation and Medard and

Seed-collecting trips like

Through the five-year strategy, officials this one to New Mexico hope to create a network of seed enable Garden scientists collectors, growers, nurseries, storage to expand their research. facilities, and restoration After cleaning, half of each accession goes imecologists so enough mediately to the USDA’s National Center for native seeds are available immediately after Genetic Resources Preservation in Fort Collins, The goal is the natural disasters to avoid erosion and prevent Colorado. The remaining seeds go to the Dixon right seed in the invasive species from taking hold and fueling National Tallgrass Prairie Seed Bank, where future wildfires. The goal, said Megan Haidet, they are counted, weighed, and X-rayed before right place at national collection curator for Seeds of Success, being dried to 15 percent relative humidity, the right time. a native seed collection program led by BLM, sealed in airtight foil envelopes, and preserved is to supply the right seed in the right place at at minus 20 degrees Celsius. These accesthe right time. sions—more than 4,000 to date—are preserved as a potential supply of genetically appropriate seed stock “I’m hoping this national seed strategy will help us fill in for research and future ecosystem restoration. the gaps in our seed collections. If funding comes through, The work inside the lab hardly scratches the surface of the it will allow us to collect in areas we have not collected Chicago Botanic Garden’s native seed banking, collection, previously, and increase the number of collectors, the number of collections made, and species diversity,” Haidet said. and research efforts—and it is a role that keeps growing.

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The Cycle of a Seed

1. Collect

2. Research

3. Produce

4. Store

5. Restore

Restoring local ecosystems requires hands-on work.

Elizabeth Welch director of plant conservation science at the Garden. “Each species is a new crop that someone has to learn how to germinate, grow, harvest, and store. That requires a lot of investment on the part of the seed industry. Understanding the needs will help in the development of business models for restoration.” Even when the right seeds are available, reseeding fire-damaged areas is complex. It requires knowing which seeds are genetically and geographically appropriate, how climate change is influencing the tolerance range of native species, and what plants work in competition with invasive species to improve restoration outcomes, Dr. Havens said.

burns easily, increasing wildfire risk, and provides poor pasture for livestock and rangeland birds such as the sage grouse. Shannon Still, former adjunct assistant conservation scientist at the Garden, modeled 571 rare species from the western United States to determine how their ranges might move and help prioritize restoration needs. The Garden’s seed research efforts also extend to students in the Plant Biology and Conservation graduate program, run jointly with Northwestern University. Maggie Eshleman investigated how well and how far seeds can travel. Her study of six high-priority western restoration species is helping to verify the boundaries of USDA Forest Service provisional seed transfer zones and adding to mounting evidence that locally sourced seeds provide the best long-term solution. “If you have a site that burns in Oregon and a potential grow-out location in New Mexico, it becomes important to figure out the boundaries of genetically appropriate seed transfer,” Eshleman said. “Until reciprocal studies likes ours are conducted on restoration species, then we can’t know how well seeds will do when collected at one site and planted in another.” On the collection side, the Garden and its Seeds of Success (SOS) partners have banked more than 14,000 native seed collections. The support of the Garden’s Conservation and Land Management (CLM) internship program, which annually places more than 100 college graduates in internships across the western and northeastern United States, has been integral in fulfilling SOS collection needs. About 60 percent of CLM interns are involved in gathering priority seed species, Dr. Mueller said. The strategy is a big and complicated task, involving 12 federal agencies and interests of the commercial seed-growing industry. But a more localized model of seed production, storage, and restoration will have long-term benefits.

Garden scientists are at work on several studies in the western United States to help answer these questions, said Greg Mueller, Ph.D., chief scientist and Negaunee Foundation Vice President of Science at the Garden.

“The challenges will be ongoing, but if we can accomplish a good chunk of what’s in the strategy, we will be much more likely to be able to sucessfully restore damaged ecosystems,” Havens said.

Andrea Kramer, Ph.D., conservation scientist at the Garden, makes frequent trips to the western slope of the Rockies to study hardy “native winner” plants that have the potential to outgrow cheatgrass, a pesky plant that

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For more information on the National Seed Strategy, visit blm.gov/wo/st/en/prog/more/fish__wildlife_and/plants/ seedstrategy.html

Horticulture

Supporting the Garden

For Ronald Meissen, sustainability is a way of life On a clear afternoon, Ronald E. Meissen, Ph.D., pointed from a tree-lined walkway at the Chicago Botanic Garden to the light blue sky. “The earth is a jewel,” he said, marveling at everything from our protective atmosphere to the interactions of plant and animal life. The insightful Garden donor and senior director of sustainability at Baxter International Inc. is as mindful of the current state of life on our planet as he is of its future. Healthy climate, water, and food systems are the core of our sustainable existence, he noted. Although Dr. Meissen is encouraged by broad momentum toward greater sustainability, including corporate practices, more urban farms, and expanding environmental education programs, he sees a need for more collaboration and progress.

sense of urgency and action to address key subjects like climate change. [The roundtable is] a great way to partner and collaborate to address these important sustainability topics,” Meissen said. It also makes business sense, he said, as stakeholders are demanding greener processes and products.

“Aside from Ron’s personal commitment and support to the Garden and its mission, Ron is more than anything a true environmental leader, dedicated, passionate, innovative, and driven,” Ronald Meissen said Steve Ball, associate vice president “We need all hands on deck,” he said. of development at the Garden. “A lot of “Humans are the one species on earth that has the potential the corporate sustainability progress at the Garden has to do harm or good.” Ron’s mark on it.” Meissen chose to partner with the Garden after finding similarities in the Garden’s mission and his doctoral dissertation on climate change and “the web of life on earth.” “It seemed like a merging of such strong commitments, interests, and a dedication to excellence,” he said. Meissen began with a personal financial gift in 2009 to fund plant research and conservation science at the Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center. Baxter reinforced his donation with an additional corporate gift to the program. “Plants are a key component to life on this planet,” Meissen said. In 2010, he helped launch the Garden’s Corporate Roundtable on Sustainability, in which area leaders hear from speakers and discuss supply chain management, renewable energy, and similar topics. “I believe there is an increasing

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Meissen sees urban farming and environmental education programs as ways to build greater awareness of sustainability issues. The President’s Circle member also finds time to work with many college students. “I see great enthusiasm by the next generation,” he said. “It’s contagious. They want to and will make a positive contribution.” He’s proud of his association with the Garden and believes that working together with like-minded individuals can make a difference. “I feel motivated to do what I can to help protect the earth where it does not have a voice.”

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Ask the Experts

Ask the Experts Do you have a question for our experts in the Plant Information Service? If so, contact them at plantinfo@chicagobotanic.org or call (847) 835-0972. Q. I recently purchased property with six healthy, large sugar maple trees. How can I tap the trees and produce my own maple syrup? A. Sugar maple trees (Acer saccharum) produce excellent maple syrup. When the weather consists of cold nights with temperatures near 20 degrees Fahrenheit and daytime temperatures in the 40s, the sap is at peak flow. To begin, drill a hole using a 7/16th- or 1/2-inch bit on the sunniest side of the tree about 3 feet from the ground and about 2 inches deep with a slight upward slope, which will allow the sap to flow out of the hole. Take care not to tap directly below a lower limb or trunk defect. Insert the collection spout, or spile, and tap it lightly into the tree. Attach a bucket, plastic bag, or milk jug (there are many variations on what can be used to collect the sap) to the collection spout. Add a lid if the container is open at the top. Check the bucket daily and boil down any sap soon after collection for good quality. Use a wide, shallow pan to boil down the sap in a well-ventilated area. Skim the surface to remove any foam. Continue this process until the sap changes color and the temperature is slightly above the boiling point of water. The syrup is done when it is boiling at approximately 219 degrees F. Be careful as the syrup can burn in the last few minutes. Use a cotton or wool filter made specifically for maple syrup immediately after boiling to remove most of the suspended particles. The finished syrup should be stored in sterilized containers.

Q. I forgot to plant garlic last fall. Is it too late to plant it in the spring? A. Early fall is the ideal time to plant garlic, in order for the roots to become developed; the plant will also begin to sprout before the onset of freezing temperatures. However, garlic can also be planted in very early spring, at the end of March, or at the beginning of April. The cloves should be planted approximately 3 to 5 inches apart with the pointed end of the bulb straight up to ensure straight necks. Cloves should be covered with approximately 1 to 2 inches of soil. Bulbs can be harvested when the tops begin to yellow, usually in July or August.

Learn more Visit chicagobotanic.org/plantinfoservice for more Q & As, gardening tips, and conservation topics. You may also bring plant samples to its desk in the Regenstein Center. See chicagobotanic.org/ plantinfoservice. Adult education classes on plant care: chicagobotanic.org/school. 38 chicagobotanic.org

Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School

An extensive schedule provides a wealth of choices. Instruction by Garden staff and experts in their field ensures every class, workshop, or symposium is an exceptional learning experience.

Highlights Botany 1

5 Mondays and 5 Wednesdays, March 2 – April 11 See page 48

Growing Ornamental Plant Materials

7 Tuesdays, March 22 – May 3, & 2 Saturdays, March 26 & April 23 See page 48

New! Moving Beyond Wood Chips Tuesday, March 22 See page 51

Botany 1

New! Spring Wreaths With Blooming Branches Wednesday, March 23 See page 53

Backstage Pass: Flowering Spring Celebrities Saturday, March 26 See Page 44

Optimize Your Energy!

Growing Succulents Indoors Meditation Walk: The Cycles of Life

5 Tuesdays, March 8 – April 5 or April 19 – May 17 See page 60

New! Growing Succulents Indoors Wednesday, April 27 See Page 44

Meditation Walk: The Cycles of Life Saturday, April 30 See page 60

Composition

6 Tuesdays, May 3 – June 7 See page 55

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Backstage Pass: Flowering Spring Celebrities

2 Thursdays, May 5 & 12 See page 52

New! Outdoor Walking Workout 5 Saturdays, May 7 – June 4 See page 63 The Emotional Landscape with Douglas Beasley

Introduction to Bird-Watching

New! Growing Strawberries Saturday, May 7 See page 44

Gardens That Heal: A Prescription for Wellness Wednesday, May 11 See page 52

Introduction to Bird-Watching Thursday, May 12 & Saturday, May 14 See page 50

Back by Popular Demand! The Emotional Landscape With Douglas Beasley Friday – Sunday, May 20 – 22 See page 58 Fire Building for Adults

New! Fire Building for Adults Saturday, May 21 See page 50

John Pastoriza-Piñol, Watercolor Workshop Saturday – Monday, May 21 – 23 See page 55

New! Pastel Dust

Gardens That Heal: A Prescription for Wellness

2 Saturdays, June 4 & 11 See page 55 Bring Your Own Tree Bonsai Workshop

New! Water-Wise Gardening Sunday, June 12 See page 46

New! Bring Your Own Tree Bonsai Workshop Wednesday, June 22 See page 42

Pen and Ink 1

6 Mondays, July 11 – August 15 See page 55

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Adult Education: Highlights

New! Simplified Drawing— The Art of the 3” x 5” Sketch

Growing Strawberries

Adult Education: Bonsai Regenstein Workshops School and Weekend Gardener

BONSAI WORKSHOPS Intermediate Bonsai This six-week class will focus on hands-on tree work and explore new techniques each week. April and May are busy times for bonsai work like repotting, pruning, grafting, and more. Bring your trees each week for critique and work. Chris Baker, curator of bonsai, Chicago Botanic Garden $229 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Tuesdays, April 5 – May 10, 6 – 9 p.m. Production Headhouse

BONSAI SPECIALTY SERIES

New! Forest Planting Workshop

In this series, we will cover topics and skills that will lead you from the beauty of displaying trees in winter right up to repotting and refining trees for display in the spring. These hands-on workshops will be interactive, fun, and, of course, educational.

Whether they are planted on a slab or in a container, forests are a great way to have instant impact with your bonsai. In this hands-on workshop we cover all aspects of design, planting, and after-care of your new forest. You can either bring your own trees and pots, or we will provide them for you for an additional fee of $69.

Register for both sessions at once and save ten percent. All sessions are taught by Chris Baker, curator of bonsai, Chicago Botanic Garden

$49 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, May 25, 6 – 9 p.m. Production Headhouse

New! Bring Your Own Tree Bonsai Workshop Have a tree that you just don’t know what to do with? This is the workshop for you. Most of the class time will be spent critiquing and working on trees. $49 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, June 22, 6 – 9 p.m. Production Headhouse

WEEKEND GARDENER CLASSES

Vegetable Gardening Basics

New! Design Your Own Garden

Are you a new homeowner baffled by your landscape or a beginning gardener who wants to learn basic horticultural skills? This series answers gardening questions and introduces techniques for gardening success. Each course investigates a different topic related to your own lawn and garden.

Join horticulturist Lisa Hilgenberg to learn the basic techniques and tools required to grow your own vegetables. Site selection, bed and soil preparation, seed sowing, transplanting, and harvesting techniques are just part of what will be covered. This introductory vegetable-growing class is best suited for those with little or no vegetable growing experience. Each student will receive a packet of seeds to grow at home.

Do you ever wish you could design your own flower beds? With this class, you will learn design principles and understand how to use color. Make this the year your garden really pops.

Spring Lawn Care for Homeowners Here’s your chance to learn the basics of lawn care. Using the Garden’s holistic turf management program as a model, Tom Fritz explains how to cultivate a thriving lawn while lessening pesticide use. He’ll cover turf culture, mowing, aerating, watering, fertilizing and weeding, and insect and disease control. Please dress for the weather.

Lisa Hilgenberg, horticulturist, Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden, Chicago Botanic Garden $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, April 30, 9 – 11 a.m. Fruit & Vegetable Learning Center

Tom Fritz, plant healthcare specialist, Chicago Botanic Garden $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, April 2, 9 – 11 a.m. Seminar Room, Plant Science Center

Learn all you need to know about growing trees and shrubs and how to be consistently successful in growing all types of woody plants (both deciduous and evergreen). Discussion topics include matching plants to the site, planting practices, first-year maintenance, and long-term care. This session is of value to all skill levels.

Brambles and Berries for the Beginner

Success with Trees and Shrubs

Sharon Yiesla, horticulturist, owner, Sharon Yiesla Horticultural Services $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Sunday, May 15, 1 – 3 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Hydrangeas Learn all you ever wanted to know about growing hydrangeas. Discussions will include hardiness issues and pruning techniques by species, as well as how to manage bloom color—plus you’ll see some great photos of each species in full bloom. Glenn Grosch, horticulturist and agronomist $45 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, May 21, 9:30 a.m. – noon Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Creating Habitat for Birds and Butterflies

This class will convince you how easy it is to successfully grow berry fruits. You will learn how to choose the best varieties, select and prepare a site, and use proper planting and pruning techniques, as well as understand other maintenance requirements. Please dress for the weather.

Glenn Grosch, horticulturist and agronomist $45 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, May 14, 9:30 a.m. – noon Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

One of the great joys of gardening is taking time to observe all the winged wonders that visit your plants. In this class, you’ll discover some of the most common birds and butterflies to visit local gardens and learn what to plant to attract them.

Summer Garden Maintenance

Glenn Grosch, horticulturist and agronomist $45 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, April 9, 9:30 a.m. – noon Annex 3

Proper watering, fertilizing, pruning, edging, deadheading, staking, and mulching practices can make the difference between a healthy, well-kept garden and a landscape that gets ahead of you. You will have a hands-on opportunity to practice what you learn, so bring along a pair of pruners. Please dress for the weather.

Nina Koziol, garden writer $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Sunday, May 22, 1 – 3 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Tim Johnson, director of horticulture, Chicago Botanic Garden $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Sunday, May 15, 10 a.m. – noon Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

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Adult Education: Horticulture Regenstein School

Horticulture Horticulture courses help students acquire the information and techniques needed to grow ornamental plants and maintain a healthy garden or lawn.

Exciting Annuals: Getting Ready for Spring With the recent arrival of seed catalogs in your mailbox, it’s time to get excited about spring. Tim Pollak will show you the hot new plants and what to look for at the garden centers this spring. We will talk about using annuals in containers, window boxes, and hanging baskets, and what plants do best in shade or full sun. We will also talk about using vegetables with annuals and how they can add color and ornamental value to your garden.

New! Growing Succulents Indoors

If you have a spot in your garden, balcony, or deck that receives more than six hours of direct sunlight, you can grow fresh herbs and vegetables. We’ll cover how to grow the best essential ingredients: tomatoes, onions, peppers, squash, garlic, and leafy greens. In this class, you’ll learn the basics of soil preparation, planting in pots, plant selection, protecting your harvest from pests, extending the crops from spring through fall, and ideas for food preparation.

The word “succulents” covers a broad range of plants from all around the world. Fortunately, many of them make great houseplants. Learn how these plants grow, the varieties that do well indoors, and how to care for your plants to keep them happy, healthy, and blooming.

Nina Koziol, garden writer $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, April 2, 1 – 3 p.m. Linnaeus Room

Living Pansy Wreath Workshop

Wade Wheatley, assistant horticulturist, Chicago Botanic Garden $37 nonmember, members receive 20% discount Wednesday, April 27, 6 – 8 p.m. Lakeside Room, Visitor Center

New! Growing Strawberries Strawberries are a delicious addition to your home garden. Learn techniques to grow your own strawberries and discover the differences among June-bearing, ever-bearing, and day-neutral varieties. Fee includes 25 plants to start your own strawberry patch. Please dress for the weather. Gardening gloves are recommended.

Tim Pollak, outdoor floriculturist, Chicago Botanic Garden $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Tuesday, March 15, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Annex 2

Welcome the arrival of spring with a pansy wreath to brighten your front door. In this class you will create a lush, colorful living wreath by planting a moss-lined wire frame with pansies and ivy. Please bring an apron, rubber gloves, and scissors. All other materials are included.

Pansy Baskets

Karen Thomson, topiary designer, Thomson Topiaries $74 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, April 6, 9:30 a.m. – noon Annex 1

Lisa Hilgenberg, horticulturist, Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden, Chicago Botanic Garden $59 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, May 7, 9 – 11 a.m. Fruit & Vegetable Learning Center

Raised-Bed Gardening

Get Started With Roses

This class will cover all aspects of installing and growing in raised beds. Topics include options for purchasing or building them, appropriate sites and soils, season-extension techniques, plant selection, and intensive planting techniques to maximize crop yields in small spaces.

This is a great course for the first-time rose grower, or a refresher for the enthusiast. General planting, pruning, protection, and care will be discussed, along with examples of low-maintenance rose varieties suitable for the Chicago area. Please dress for the weather, as part of the class will be a Garden walk and talk.

In this popular workshop, make two moss-lined wire baskets filled with pansies and other spring beauties to brighten your porch or patio. Pansies can withstand cool spring temperatures and provide an early splash of color in your garden. Please bring gloves. All other materials are provided. Kathryn Deery, assistant horticulturist, Chicago Botanic Garden $74 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, March 16, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Annex 2

Backstage Pass: Flowering Spring Celebrities The Garden’s production department grows nearly a half-million plants every year. Join Tim Pollak for a behind-the-scenes tour through the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Greenhouses and nursery. Be the first to see which spring annuals will appear in the 2016 display beds, hanging baskets, containers, and hanging hayracks. You will also get a preview of some of the indoor displays for the Antiques, Garden & Design Show and glimpse the start of fall mums. Tim Pollak, outdoor floriculturist, Chicago Botanic Garden $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, March 26, 9 – 11 a.m. Meet at Production Greenhouses

Growing a Cook’s Garden

Bill Shores, Shores Garden Consulting $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Sunday, April 24, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Annex 2

A visit to the Krasberg Rose Garden enhances Garden horticulture classes.

Thomas Soulsby, horticulturist, Chicago Botanic Garden $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Monday, May 16, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Annex 2

Adult Education: Horticulture

POULTRY PALOOZA! Join urban chicken consultant Jennifer Murtoff and learn how to successfully raise and enjoy chickens in your backyard. Register for all three sessions at once and receive a 10% discount.

Raising Backyard Chickens This class is designed for curious people who are considering raising backyard chickens, as well as for those who already have their own birds and want to learn more. Come learn about local laws, how to raise chicks, care for adult birds, and tools to keep your neighbors happy.

Horticulture

Made for the Shade Container Workshop Need some color in the shade? Take a Garden walk to view shade-loving plants, and then create your own container. We will use a variety of plants, including perennials and annuals. Please bring garden gloves and a large box for the finished project. All other materials are provided. Wade Wheatley, assistant horticulturist, Chicago Botanic Garden $87 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Thursday, May 19, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Annex 2

ORGANIC VEGETABLE GARDENING SERIES Join us as we spend an entire season in the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden learning about organic vegetable gardening. All sessions will be taught by Lisa Hilgenberg, horticulturist, Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden, Chicago Botanic Garden. Classes will be a combination of lecture, demonstration, and outdoor practice; bring your gardening gloves. Register for all three sessions at once and receive a 10% discount.

Gorgeous Container Gardens

The Organic Vegetable Garden in Spring

Containers are never out of fashion in the garden. In this demonstration-style class learn about the newest trends and observe tried-and-true construction techniques so you can create that stand-out container.

Learn about early-season vegetables that thrive in the cool spring temperatures. Discuss and practice early-season bed preparation, seed sowing, and harvesting techniques.

Beth Levy, retired landscape and container designer, Garden Renaissance, Inc. $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, June 1, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Annex 2

$37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, April 9, 9 – 11 a.m. Linnaeus Room

New! Water-Wise Gardening

Through classroom discussion and outdoor activities, learn about heat-loving vegetables and herbs to grow in your summer garden. Related topics include direct sowing, transplanting, and sustainable watering techniques.

Even if it’s not a drought year, proper watering is very important to our gardens. Too often we waste water and fail to give our plants what they need. Program covers basic watering techniques, planning a water-efficient garden, and tools for watering. Sharon Yiesla, horticulturist, owner, Sharon Yiesla Horticultural Services $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Sunday, June 12, 1 – 3 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Jennifer Murtoff, Home to Roost Urban Chicken Consulting $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, June 4, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Annex 2

Chicken Coop Basics If you’re getting chicks this spring, you will need to know how to build a safe and comfortable home for them. In this class you’ll learn about the basic needs of backyard birds. Discover the essential components of a coop, learn what to avoid when choosing construction materials, get important construction tips, and see examples of different coop styles. Jennifer Murtoff, Home to Roost Urban Chicken Consulting $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, June 4, 2 – 4 p.m. Annex 2

The Organic Vegetable Garden in Summer

$37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, May 14, 9 – 11 a.m. Fruit & Vegetable Learning Center

The Organic Vegetable Garden in Autumn

New! Summer Chicken Care

The end of summer doesn’t mean the end of home-grown vegetables. Discuss and practice how to get the most out of the growing season by adding cool-season vegetables to your fall garden. Learn about variety selection, mulching, and extending the season.

Many people worry about their birds getting through the winter. However, heat and humidity can also be rough for a chicken. Learn to find out how to care for your hens during the hot days of summer.

$37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, August 6, 9 – 11 a.m. Fruit & Vegetable Learning Center

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Jennifer Murtoff, Home to Roost Urban Chicken Consulting $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, June 11, 1 – 3 p.m. Annex 2

Adult Education: Horticulture Regenstein School

HORTICULTURE CERTIFICATE OF MERIT PROGRAM

Growing Ornamental Plant Materials

Clematis Up Close

MGC requirement

OPC elective

Botany 1, Spring Session

Learn the basic techniques and special tips needed for establishing and maintaining a healthy garden in the Midwest. Topics include planting, pruning, water and turf management, weed and pest control, maintenance of new landscapes, and specific methods for growing herbaceous and woody plant groups such as bulbs, ericaceous plants, and container plants. Gain hands-on experience in the Garden.

A profusion of showy blossoms makes clematis the undisputed queen of the climbers and an essential vine for every garden. Recent breeding work has greatly increased the number of useful, appealing cultivars, and there are many distinctive, less-commonly known small-flowered species and hybrids that can extend the flowering season. Richard Hawke will discuss the identification, culture, and maintenance requirements of clematis, sharing his more than 16 years of experience growing and evaluating this genus. The School’s CEUs=3 hours

OPC, MGC, PGL 1, PGL 2, and GDC requirement Why, botanically speaking, is a tomato a fruit? What is the difference between a fern and a moss? Come join us in Botany 1 to learn the answers to these questions and more. In this course we will explore subjects such as the importance of plants to our lives; plant taxonomy and classification; and the life cycles, distinguishing features, diversity, and identification of major groups of plants. Ellen Phillips, horticulture educator $337 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 5 Mondays & 5 Wednesdays, March 2 – April 11, 6:30 – 9 p.m. (the first class is on a Wednesday; no class March 21 & March 23) Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Tim Johnson, director of horticulture, Chicago Botanic Garden $312 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 7 Tuesdays, March 22 – May 3, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Annex 2 and 2 Saturdays, March 26 & April 23, 9 a.m. – noon Annex 1

Hardy Bulbs

Gardening Techniques: Session C

OPC, PGL 1, PGL 2, and GDC requirement

PGL 1, PGL 2, and GDC requirement

Explore the many bulbs that brighten the spring, summer, and fall garden. You will learn to identify more than 60 hardy bulbs, corms, and tubers. Bloom sequences, cultural requirements, and bulb selection will also be discussed. After completing this course, you will have the confidence and knowledge to use bulbs to enhance your clients’ gardens or your own.

Students will be introduced to professional gardening through a combination of lecture and hands-on activities. The focus is on acquiring solid gardening skills, learning a variety of techniques, and developing best practices. Topics range from plant selection to the identification and control of weeds and other horticultural practices. Prerequisite: Botany 1. John Eskandari, horticulture educator, Urbanplantsman, LLC $312 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Saturdays, March 19 – April 23, 7:30 – 10:30 a.m. Annex 2

Jill Selinger, manager, adult education, Chicago Botanic Garden, and William Moss, horticulture educator $287 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 7 Tuesdays, March 22 – May 10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. (no class April 12) Alsdorf Auditorium Includes Garden Walks (select one) 6 Thursdays, March 24 – May 5, 9 – 11 a.m. (no class April 14) or 6 Saturdays, March 26 – May 7, 9 – 11 a.m. (no class April 16) Meet at Visitor Center Optional Study CD $20

Horticulture classes at the Garden give you the tools to enhance your garden at every stage.

Richard Hawke, manager, plant evaluation, Chicago Botanic Garden $74 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, March 26, 1 – 4 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Soil Basics, Spring Session MGC, PGL 1, PGL 2, and GDC requirement Soil is an irreplaceable natural resource that affects plant selection and growth. Learn to maintain healthy soil and use compost, fertilizers, soilless and potting mixes and other amendments. Discover how water cycles through a garden and affects soils and plants. Course fee includes a professionally analyzed test of your garden soil. Prerequisite: Botany 1. Ellen Phillips, horticulture educator $337 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Thursdays, March 31 – May 5, 6:30 – 9 p.m. and Saturday, April 23, 1 – 4 p.m. Annex 2

Botany 2, Spring Evening Session

Lilacs

Soils for the Gardener

PGL 2 and GDC requirement

OPC elective

How do seeds germinate and develop into mature plants? How do plants move water up through their roots to their topmost branches? This course will explore subjects such as the plant cell; anatomy and growth of roots, stems, and leaves; photosynthesis; and the symbiotic association of plant roots with beneficial fungi and bacteria. Prerequisite: Botany 1.

Learn more about the genus Syringa. The species ranges from small shrubs to medium-sized trees. The beautiful flowers are generally fragrant, and plants are hardy and easy to grow. Lilacs are tolerant of a wide range of soil types including alkaline soils. A walk around the Garden to view lilacs in bloom is included. The School’s CEUs=3 hours

Jeffrey Gorra, biologist, X-Bar Diagnostics Systems, Inc. $337 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Mondays & 6 Wednesdays, April 25 – June 6, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. (no class May 30) Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Mark Zampardo, Ph.D., horticulture educator $74 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, May 7, noon – 2 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Soil amendments are confusing. What to use, and when? Organic or inorganic? We will look at carbon to nitrogen ratios and roles of different microorganisms in the soil. We will discuss succession to understand bacterial and fungal properties needed for optimal plant growth, as well as the nitrogen cycle and soil organic matter, the relationship of plant roots to soil biology, and how to enhance nutrient cycling in your gardens for best growth. The School’s CEUs=3 hours

Best New Annuals for 2016 OPC elective It’s going to be a banner year for annuals. This course presents many new cultivars, along with several wonderful yet underutilized species for both container and in-ground plantings in sun and shade. The course focuses on what makes each unique; other topics include cultural requirements, design and combinations, and sources. The School’s CEUs=3 hours Greg Trabka, new product development manager, Ball Horticultural Company $74 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, April 30, 1 – 4 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Crabapples OPC elective There is a crabapple for nearly every situation. This course focuses on several different Malus species and numerous cultivars for the Chicago area, including proven performers and the newest introductions. In addition to characteristics such as size, form, flower color, and fruit set, topics will include cultural requirements, pests, diseases, and landscape use. Please dress for the weather. The School’s CEUs=3 hours Mark Zampardo, Ph.D., horticulture educator, Chicago Botanic Garden $74 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, May 4, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Design Studio

Viburnums

Lynn Bement, The Organic Garden Coach $74 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Friday, June 10, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

OPC elective

Gardening Techniques: Session D

“A garden without viburnums is akin to life without music and art.”—M. Dirr

PGL 1, PGL 2, and GDC requirement

Join Mark Zampardo in a walk and discussion about this terrific genus. Several types of viburnum do well in the Midwest, and a few are native to our woodlands. The School’s CEUs=2 hours Mark Zampardo, Ph.D., horticulture educator $62 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, May 11, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Lakeside Room, Visitor Center

Small Flowering Trees OPC, PGL 1, PGL 2, and GDC requirement Small flowering trees are a critical component of nearly every garden and landscape. This course covers approximately 40 genera and many more species and cultivars that thrive in our region. Identification, cultural information, aesthetic qualities, and landscape uses will be emphasized. After completing this course, you will be able to select appropriate trees to add interest and depth to your garden and landscape. Mark Zampardo, Ph.D., horticulture educator, Chicago Botanic Garden $287 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 7 Tuesdays, May 17 – June 28, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Alsdorf Auditorium Includes Garden Walks (select one) 6 Thursdays, May 19 – June 23, 9 – 11 a.m. or 6 Saturdays, May 21 – June 25, 9 – 11 a.m. Meet at Visitor Center Optional Study CD $20

Discover professional gardening through a combination of lecture and hands-on learning activities. The focus is on acquiring solid gardening skills, learning a variety of techniques, and developing best practices. Maintenance of annual plantings, watering, and fertilization techniques will be covered. Due to the compact nature of this course, students are only allowed one excused absence if they wish to complete for a grade. TBD $312 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Saturdays, June 18 – July 30, 7:30 – 10:30 a.m. (no class July 2) Annex 2

Chicago Botanic Garden members receive a 20 percent discount on classes.

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Adult Education: Horticulture Adult Education: Highlights

“A garden without viburnums is akin to life without music and art.”—M. Dirr

Adult Education: Nature Regenstein Studies School

Nature Studies The Chicago area contains a wide range of plants and animals living in different types of natural communities, from woodlands to wetlands, prairies to savannas.

Spring Bird Walk Join bird expert Alan Anderson to explore the best spots in the Garden for locating late-winter bird residents and the early migrants of spring. Please dress for the weather, and bring binoculars and a field guide, if you have one. Alan Anderson, research committee chairman, Chicago Audubon Society $19 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, March 26, 7:30 – 9 a.m. or Saturday, April 23, 7:30 – 9 a.m. or Saturday, May 21, 7:30 – 9 a.m. Meet at Visitor Center

The Native Oaks The mighty oaks (Quercus) have been a signature species in Midwest landscapes for thousands of years. This class covers the different species and varieties within their respective ecosystems along with their landscape usage and culture. Oak morphology and physiology of the various species will be covered along with basic identification. John Raffetto, horticulture educator $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, April 27, 1 – 3 p.m. Design Studio

When Nature Comes Home: Shaping Living Landscapes through Beauty and Ecology A home garden is often seen as separate from the natural world, but it is actually just one part of a larger landscape made up of many living layers. Learn how one residential association transformed their lawn areas into an award-winning range of multi-seasonal prairie, woodland, and wetland. This class is ideal for those who wish to apply native micro-habitats and other ecofriendly landscapes to enhance biodiversity, beauty, and environmental health. Dennis Paige, native landscaper and consultant $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m. – noon Linnaeus Room

Plant the best flowers and birds and butterflies will be constant companions in your garden.

A Walk in the Wildflowers

New! Survival Skills with Shelter Building

Learn about native wildflowers while enjoying the beauty of Reed-Turner Woodland in Long Grove. The diverse habitat of this Illinois state nature preserve presents an opportunity to see a wide variety of spring blooms as we hike the trails through an oak woodland, ravine corridor, and sedge meadow. Please dress for the weather, and bring a camera and a field guide, if you have one.

Learn what to do in a survival situation, including the importance of a dependable shelter, food, water, clothing, and companionship, and priorities in an emergency. We will spend time building a basic shelter. Save Sunday, May 22, as a rain date.

Sarah Schultz, steward, Reed-Turner Woodland $24 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, May 7, 1 – 3 p.m. Reed-Turner Woodland Nature Preserve, Long Grove, Illinois

New! Gardening with Mosses Discover the amazing diversity of mosses during this illustrated talk, featuring moss gardens in Japan and several Japanese gardens in the United States. We will discuss moss gardens, containers with moss, and mossy rocks, as well as the design, maintenance, and culture of gardening with mosses. Dale Sievert, agronomist and moss gardener $29 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Tuesday, May 10, 1 – 2:30 p.m. Alsdorf Auditorium

Introduction to Bird-Watching If you want to become a birder, join this class to learn the basics. In the Thursday session, you will learn about binoculars, how to use a field guide, and the field marks used to identify common birds of the Chicago area. During the Saturday bird walk, participants will try out their newly acquired skills. Please dress for the weather, and bring binoculars, if you have them. Jim Steffen, ecologist, Chicago Botanic Garden $74 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Thursday, May 12, 6:30 – 9 p.m. Design Studio and Saturday, May 14, 7:30 – 9 a.m. Meet at McDonald Woods entrance shelter

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Thomas Mikolajczyk, outdoor education specialist $59 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, May 21, 9 a.m. – noon Annex 2

New! Fire Building for Adults After reviewing important outdoor fire safety rules, participants will learn about different types of firewood and build an A-frame fire or log cabin fire. The workshop concludes with a marshmallow roast. Please dress for the weather and avoid wearing synthetic clothing and shoes. Save Sunday, May 22, as a rain date. Thomas Mikolajczyk, outdoor education specialist $59 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, May 21, 1 – 4 p.m. Annex 2

Creating Habitat for Birds and Butterflies See details on page 42. Sunday, May 22, 1 – 3 p.m.

New! Introduction to Moth Identification and Ecology There are more than ten times as many species of moths as butterflies, and moths are important pollinators. Through lecture and fieldwork, you will discover some of the moths that affect your vegetable gardens, lawns, and flower beds. You will learn moth identification and ecology. Since moths are mostly nocturnal, be prepared for a late night. Please dress for the weather. Jim Steffen, ecologist, Chicago Botanic Garden $59 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Thursday, June 9, 7 – 10 p.m. Seminar Room, Plant Science Center

With a variety of courses ranging from site analysis and construction to garden art and history, students learn the principles of garden design and how design relates to the environment.

SketchUp Fundamentals GDC elective Professionals in the landscape architecture, construction, and related industries choose SketchUp because it’s the most intuitive, most cost-effective tool of its kind. This course will help participants with SketchUp commands and with developing their own 3D models. Personal laptop required; software available to download from web at no cost. Try our intensive workshop to get the basics and fundamentals. The School’s CEUs=5 hours ASLA CEUs also available Gary Lehman, RLA, G Studio $99 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Monday, March 21, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Linnaeus Room

New! Moving Beyond Wood Chips Join renowned plantsman Roy Diblik as he discusses the merits of incorporating a living mulch during the design process. This style of planting utilizes all living components rather than wood chips or inorganic materials. By using a living layer, you increase the depth and health of root systems, enhance the moisture level in the soil, and build beneficial organic matter for the plant communities in the landscape. Roy Diblik, plantsman, garden designer, and co-owner, Northwind Perennial Farm $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Tuesday, March 22, 10 a.m. – noon Linnaeus Room

PAINTING YOUR GARDEN WITH PLANTS: SUN AND SHADE

New! Striking, Unusual Plants and Awe-Inspiring Design Tips

During her extensive travels, Kerry Mendez has visited remarkable gardens and has discovered that every garden has a lesson to offer. This presentation features some fascinating plants that are not only available here but also easy to grow. She will also share simple-to-replicate design strategies to transform conventional gardens to astonishing.

Designing the Sunny Border The well-designed border wears a combination of perennials, annuals, and shrubs and provides three seasons of color and winter interest. This class will discuss how to artfully combine plants, emphasizing the use of color, texture, and form. This class is for new gardeners and those who have an established border that could use updating. Nina Koziol, garden writer $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, March 26, 10 a.m. – noon Linnaeus Room

Designing the Shade Garden A garden shaded by trees or buildings is often a challenge because of low light levels, tree roots, and soil that is often dry. This class provides solutions and ideas for artful plantings that can help you create effective combinations that consider color, texture, and form. Nina Koziol, garden writer $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, March 26, 1 – 3 p.m. Linnaeus Room

Elements of the Garden: Patios The patio is a place to enjoy meals, relax, and spend time with family and friends. Style, size, shape, and materials need to be considered when designing a patio. We will also explore various paving materials such as brick, bluestone, concrete pavers, and lannon stone that complement the architectural style of your home and reflect the spirit of your garden. Tim Lally, ASLA, PLA, principal, Timothy Lally Design $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Tuesday, April 5, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Lakeside Room, Visitor Center

Adult Education: Garden Design

Garden Design

Kerry Mendez, garden designer and lecturer $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Friday, April 8, 10 a.m. – noon Linnaeus Room

New! American Home Garden Design: 1830 – Present Draw inspiration from the history of home garden design. We’ll look at how home garden design has changed since the Midwest was first settled. Learn about design evolution, the rise of the suburban lawn movement, foundation plantings, cottage gardens, moon gardens, and heirloom plants. We’ll take the best of these design ideas and examine how they can be used in your own garden. Nina Koziol, garden writer $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, April 9, 1 – 3 p.m. Linnaeus Room

New! Our Garden: The Malott Japanese Garden Join Ayse Pogue and learn about the history of the Garden’s Elizabeth Hubert Malott Japanese Garden. Pogue will discuss how Japanese gardens are places of sanctuary and retreat, the prominent design ideas and symbolism, and the necessary adaptations needed for a public garden. She will also cover the blooms and splendid color that are found in the Garden during the spring season. A Garden walk will be included. Ayse Pogue, senior horticulturist, Chicago Botanic Garden $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, April 23, 10 a.m. – noon Lakeside Room, Visitor Center

When Nature Comes Home: Shaping Living Landscapes through Beauty and Ecology See details on page 50. Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m. – noon

New! Gardening with Mosses See details on page 50. Tuesday, May 10, 1 – 2:30 p.m.

New! Design Your Own Garden See details on page 42. Sunday, May 15, 1 – 3 p.m.

A new class, Our Garden: The Malott Japanese Garden, highlights this treasure.

Adult Education: Garden Regenstein Design School

GARDEN DESIGN CERTIFICATE OF MERIT PROGRAMS SketchUp Fundamentals GDC elective See details on page 51. Monday, March 21, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Principles of Garden Design, Spring Session PGL 2 and GDC requirement Apply knowledge and skills developed in previous design courses toward an in-depth understanding about spatial properties of landscape materials and their application to design principles. Weekly discussions and projects will emphasize the components of three-dimensional spaces and their application to the development of refined concept design plans and construction level drawings. Prerequisites: Graphics, Introduction to Professional Practice. Tony Wasemann, ASLA, senior landscape designer, Scott Byron & Co. $337 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 8 Wednesdays, April 20 – June 8, 6:30 – 9 p.m. and 2 Saturdays, April 23 & May 7, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Design Studio

New! Simplified Drawing – The Art of the 3” x 5” Sketch GDC elective The “back-of-a-napkin” size drawing is meant to capture a moment’s impression rather than detail and precision. This class features an introduction to sketching landscape elements and entourage (buildings, plants, people, cars, sky, planters, paving) in a manner that’s meant to be completely carefree in freedom and spirit. While offering a shorthand sketch approach, the class will also present a fresh and simplified view of our world. The School’s CEUs=5 hours R. Thomas Selinger, landscape architect, James Martin Associates, Inc. $87 nonmember, members receive 20% discount 2 Thursdays, May 5 & 12, 6:30 – 9 p.m. Seminar Room, Plant Science Center

Garden Design

Gardens That Heal: A Prescription for Wellness

Hardscape Basics

Healthcare Garden Design Certificate Seminar GDC elective

Apply knowledge and skills toward a working understanding of hardscape elements as they relate to garden design. Discussions and projects will focus on basic elements of hardscape structures, including paving, landscape lighting, garden walls and structures, and their application to landscapes. Prerequisites: Graphics, Introduction to Professional Practice, Principles of Garden Design.

In a healthcare environment, gardens provide a sense of order, safety, and privacy for those coping with illness. During this seminar, industry leaders will present the latest research demonstrating the benefits of healthcare gardens while providing an introduction to the tools needed to effectively design, manage, and evaluate such gardens. Fee includes morning coffee and lunch. This program is registered with the American Society of Landscape Architects for continuing education credit. Registrations made after Wednesday, May 4, are not eligible for the lunch option.

PGL 2 and GDC requirement

$149 nonmember or $129 before April 6; members receive 20% discount

Paul Laiblin, design production manager, Scott Byron and Co. $337 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 10 Thursdays, June 2 – August 11, 6:30 – 9 p.m. (no class June 30) Design Studio and Saturday, June 18, off-site, 1 – 4 p.m.

Wednesday, May 11, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Alsdorf Auditorium

Introduction to Grading and Drainage

Healthcare Garden Design Professional Development Certificate Program This eight-day program includes case studies, group projects, field trips, lectures, and instruction from experts from healthcare garden-related professions. You will work in multidisciplinary teams that reflect the real world of healthcare garden design, and your learning will be reinforced through tours of healthcare facilities in the Chicago area. 8-day Professional Development Certificate Wednesday, May 11 – Wednesday, May 18 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. (ending times may vary) Linnaeus Room Early-bird fee paid/postmarked by March 25, 2016: $2,995* *A deposit of $399 by March 25 will guarantee your early-bird rate. Fee after March 25: $3,495 Registration includes eight-day program fees, course materials, seminar program, transportation to field sites, and select meals. chicagobotanic.org/school/ certificate/hgd or call (847) 835-8261. The Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden is registered with the American Society of Landscape Architects as an LA CES™ approved provider. ASLA CEUs=4.0 or 40 hours

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PGL 2 and GDC requirement Apply knowledge and skills toward a working understanding of basic grading and drainage concepts as they relate to design. Discussions and projects will include basic earth forms and drainage patterns in residential landscapes. Prerequisites: Graphics, Introduction to Professional Practice, Principles of Garden Design. Tony Wasemann, ASLA, senior landscape designer, Scott Byron & Co. $337 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 8 Wednesdays, June 15 – August 3, 6:30 – 9 p.m. Design Studio and 2 Saturdays, July 9 & 16, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

FIBER ARTS WORKSHOPS Come learn how to felt while hearing stories of a knitter, shepherd, and small business owner. Natasha Lewis of Esther’s Place Fiber Arts Studio in Big Rock, Illinois, will share her love of fiber arts and inspire you to create.

Throughout history, plants and images of plants have been woven into the arts—painting, literature, and photography. The beauty of botanical arts courses is that they encompass a wide variety of topics, from photography to calligraphy, botanical illustration to papermaking. In introductory and higher-level courses, students have the opportunity to express their creative flair while sharing time with others in an enjoyable setting.

New! Felted Bird House

Natural Dyes Color Mixing Class Students will learn how to make a range of colors by mixing just six different natural dyes that are both light- and wash-fast. We will begin by reviewing the mordanting process and then learn about the properties of the dyes and how to combine them in the dye bath. Students will work with their own materials to create a color book of samples. Open to all levels. Additional supplies required. Pamela Feldman, artist and educator $499 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Thursdays, March 17 – April 7, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

New! Spring Wreaths With Blooming Branches Join us for this special opportunity with Heidi Joynt of Chicago’s acclaimed flower farm. Learn how to work with live branches, including dogwood, forsythia, and cherry blossom, to create a statement piece for your front door. Joynt will demonstrate, then offer guidance as you create your wreath. All materials included in the fee. Heidi Joynt, founder and co-owner, Field & Florist $129 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, March 23, 1 – 3 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Sketchbooks as an Artist Resource Explore examples of several artists’ sketchbooks from throughout history while developing your own. Sketchbooks can be collections of ideas, experiments, studies, notes, ephemera, and inspiration. Participants will be sketching natural subjects in pencil, fine permanent marker, watercolor pencil, watercolor, water-soluble pen, and water-brush. This class is suitable for beginning through advanced students. Diane Dorigan, artist and educator $299 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Thursdays, March 31 – May 12, 6 – 9 p.m. (no class April 14) Design Studio

Willow Furniture Workshop Natural willow furniture is the perfect rustic accent. Join Bim Willow and learn the basic techniques of making bent willow furniture. You will select one project to complete during the workshop when you register; class fee depends on project. Projects are large, so bring a vehicle that can accommodate them. Bring a hammer, hand pruners, and work gloves; all other supplies provided. No experience necessary. Please bring a bag lunch, if you wish. Limited space; register early.

Create a lovely nest for your favorite feathered friends out of the wonderful process of wet felting. As we layer the wool and fibers, you will enjoy watching the magic happen. Learn this technique that you can also apply to creating felt vessels, bowls, and other creations. All materials are included in the fee. $59 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Thursday, April 7, 10 a.m. – noon Design Studio

Felted Jewelry: Mixed Media Necklace Create a 1- by 2-inch pendant with many different fiber art techniques, then place it into a bezel setting and complete the rest of the necklace for a beautiful combination of beads, metal charms, and fibers. All materials are included in the fee.

Bim Willow, furniture maker and author Saturday, April 2, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Burnstein Hall, Regenstein Center

$59 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Thursday, April 7, 1 – 4 p.m. Design Studio

Select one of these bent willow projects: Garden bench: $119 One-shelf potting bench/baker’s rack: $249 Sassy Chair: $249 Garden arbor: $329 Members receive 20% discount on all pieces

Suminagashi Workshop

Dyeing the Blues: Indigo Scarf-Dyeing Workshop Blue dyes have always been shrouded with ritual and mystery. In this workshop, students will learn about the history of indigo, how to dye with natural indigo, and how to grow their own indigo-producing plants. Each student will take home an indigo-dyed, silk chiffon scarf. Dye materials and scarf are included in class fee. Bring an apron, old towel, and plastic bag to class. Open to all levels. Pamela Feldman, artist and educator $99 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Monday, April 4, 9 a.m. – noon Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

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Suminagashi, which means floating ink, is an ancient Japanese technique for decorating paper. Marble-like patterns are created by floating ink on water. The designs are then transferred to absorbent Japanese paper. Finished pieces may be framed or used in paper craft projects. A sketchpad will be included. Additional supplies required. Kay Thomas, artist $59 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Thursday, April 7, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. or Saturday, April 9, 1 – 3 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Japanese Ink Painting Sumi-e, the ancient art of Japanese ink painting, requires no previous painting experience. Individualized instruction will be provided for students of all levels. Beginners will learn to use Oriental painting equipment to paint classic nature subjects. Additional supplies required. Kay Thomas, artist $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Tuesdays, April 19 – May 24, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

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Adult Education: Botanical Arts

Botanical Arts

Adult Education: Botanical Arts

Advanced Rejuvenated Jewelry

BOTANICAL ART: “LEARN HOW” SERIES

New! Spring Centerpiece Workshop

This class is for those students who have participated in Rejuvenated Jewelry with Bonnie Arkin and are ready to learn more techniques and explore many creative ideas. We will create spectacular jewelry from vintage broken jewelry, watches, tin, and china from your collected treasures. Prerequisite: Rejuvenated Jewelry or consent of the instructor.

This series of classes is for anyone who has an interest in learning how to draw and paint but feels intimidated merely at the thought. Heeyoung Kim’s step-by-step instruction and guidance will allow you to learn and have fun doing it.

Join Heidi Joynt of Chicago’s acclaimed flower farm to create an elegant spring-inspired centerpiece perfect for your Mother’s Day brunch table. Joynt will first demonstrate the design of a low and lush centerpiece, using seasonal and locally grown blooms, including peony, lilac, and other spring bulbs. All materials included in the fee.

Bonnie Arkin, artist and designer $149 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Wednesdays, April 20 – May 25, 7 – 9 p.m. or 6 Wednesdays, June 1 – July 6, 7 – 9 p.m. Annex 1

Intermediate Watercolor For students who have completed Beginning Watercolor, we will continue to learn various techniques and color theory while exploring different ways to combine light, composition, color, and textures in watercolor painting. Additional supplies required. Patsy Welch, artist and educator $299 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 8 Thursdays, April 21 – June 9, 1 – 3:30 p.m. Design Studio

Mosaic Workshop Discover the joy and beauty of mosaic art in the pique assiette tradition. Pique assiette, or “broken plates,” incorporates color, form, and texture. This mosaic folk art can be found in many cultures and is popular today as a way to recycle a favorite piece of china or broken heirloom. Work under the guidance of Bonnie Arkin to complete a unique mosaic from shards of china, ceramic, or glass. Additional supplies required. Bonnie Arkin, artist and designer $149 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Thursdays, April 21 – May 26, 7 – 9 p.m. or 6 Thursdays, June 2 – July 7, 7 – 9 p.m. Annex 1

Rejuvenated Jewelry Inspired by the little treasures you save and love, we will cleverly combine old and new elements to create spectacular jewelry. Bring your special and sentimental keepsakes, single earrings, buttons, charms, chains, family photos, and found objects. You will learn to solder, wire wrap, and string. Additional supplies required. Bonnie Arkin, artist and designer $149 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Tuesdays, April 26 – May 31, 7 – 9 p.m. or 6 Tuesdays, June 7 – July 12, 7 – 9 p.m. Annex 1

Botanical arts classes teach creative skills in a supportive environment.

Learn How to Draw in Graphite Pencil 2 Experience the magic of a graphite pencil that can blow life into the simplest form on paper. In this class, students will learn how to achieve depth and dimension in their drawings. Deepening botany knowledge will add accuracy and details. Students will be encouraged to finish two independent projects during the course. Heeyoung Kim, botanical artist $312 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Fridays, May 6 – June 17, 9 a.m. – noon (no class May 27) Design Studio

Learn How to Paint in Watercolor 2 Have you ever wondered if you could paint watercolor botanicals? In this class, students will learn the basic watercolor skills: how to handle brushes, set up palette, how to understand some basic colors, how to mix paint, and how to apply paint on paper. Students will progress to working with botanical specimens as they develop some confidence with media and basic techniques. Heeyoung Kim, botanical artist $312 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Fridays, May 6 – June 17, 1 – 4 p.m. (no class May 27) Design Studio

Heidi Joynt, founder and co-owner, Field & Florist $149 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Thursday, May 5, 1 – 3 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

New! Glorious Spring Flowers in Watercolor Spring is the most glorious time of year at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Tulips, daffodils, columbine, peonies, and flowering trees abound, and watercolor is perfect for capturing these gems. Working from fresh flowers and photos, we will paint individual flowers and colorful flower beds using techniques of color-mixing, brushwork, depth, and composition. Frances Vail, art instructor $379 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 8 Tuesdays, May 10 – June 28, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Design Studio

Composition

New! Pastel Dust

ART requirement

ART elective

Expressive Watercolor ART requirement, expressive track

Students at all levels will learn the components of fine botanical composition in this studio class. Students will explore composition, design, and execution.

Explore the fluid beauty of the watercolor medium. Each session will progress to a more controlled “found” finish. There will be a strong emphasis on values and design. Prerequisite: Watercolor 1 or equivalent.

Marlene Hill Donnelly, scientific illustrator, Chicago Botanic Garden and the Field Museum $287 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Tuesdays, May 3 – June 7, 6 – 9 p.m. Design Studio

Pastel dust is a medium that lends itself to great vibrancy and soft blending, perfect for botanical subjects. Used in conjunction with pastels and pastel pencils, it combines an expressive painterly approach with the ability to achieve great detail. The School’s CEUs=9 hours Marlene Hill Donnelly, scientific illustrator, Chicago Botanic Garden and the Field Museum $120 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, June 4, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Saturday, June 11, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Design Studio

Thomas Trausch, artist, TWSA master status $287 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Saturdays, March 5 – April 23, 1 – 4 p.m. (no class March 26 & April 16) Design Studio

Open Studio, Spring Session

Botanical Drawing 2

ART elective

ART requirement

This studio class is open to all levels. Students may bring a project of their choice in any medium, or work with plant subjects to create a new art piece. The course will feature lecture and demonstration to illustrate principles that pertain to all media. The School’s CEUs=15 hours

Continue to build your drawing skills with advanced graphite techniques, light and dark media on toned paper, and carbon dust. Prerequisite: Botanical Drawing 1.

Illustration by John Pastoriza-Piñol

Marlene Hill Donnelly, scientific illustrator, Chicago Botanic Garden and the Field Museum $287 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Sundays, March 13 – May 1, 9 a.m. – noon (no class March 27 & April 17) Design Studio

Color Mixing ART requirement Learn to mix accurate, exciting color including the vivid, specific hues of flowers; the bright and subdued greens of leaves; and the deep, subtle colors in shadows. We’ll make charts for permanent reference and then apply this knowledge to paint flowers and leaves from live specimens. We will work in watercolor, but exercises apply to all media. Marlene Hill Donnelly, scientific illustrator, Chicago Botanic Garden and the Field Museum $287 nonmember, members receive 20% discount 6 Tuesdays, March 15 – April 26, 6 – 9 p.m. (no class April 12) Design Studio

Colored Pencil Drawing Course ART elective Start with the fundamentals, then delve into working with dry and wet media of colored pencil. Develop your drawing skills through extensive color exploration of value, intensity, and temperature. Learn dry applications, layering, washes, and color-mixing techniques. Work from real life and nature. Individual guidance and instruction is given to each student. The School’s CEUs=18 hours Claudia Lane, freelance artist $287 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Mondays, May 2 – June 13, 6 – 9 p.m. (no class May 30) Design Studio

John Pastoriza-Piñol, Watercolor Workshop Visiting Artist Series ART elective John Pastoriza-Piñol, an award-winning botanical artist with a doctorate in botany from the University of Vigo, Spain, is coming from Australia to teach a three-day workshop focusing on capturing the beauty of spring. Learn a technique for achieving the intricacies of fine detail in your paintings. Properly protecting those critical edges in your drawing before laying down your watercolor washes is an invaluable process for contemporary botanical artists. Students should have skills in drawing and watercolor. The School’s CEUs=18 hours John Pastoriza-Piñol, artist and botanist $464 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday – Monday, May 21 – 23, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Design Studio

Marlene Hill Donnelly, scientific illustrator, Chicago Botanic Garden and the Field Museum $212 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Sundays, June 5 – June 26, 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Design Studio

Pen and Ink 1 ART requirement, traditional track This studio class will examine pen-and-ink drawing with the study of natural botanical forms and shapes. We will study the use of a variety of pen-and-ink techniques (stipple, cross-hatching, contour-line, and combinations); the execution of black-and-white elements to create value, tone, and texture (such as leaf venation, stem texture, and shading); and create positive and negative tones to create depth and dimension. Prerequisite: Botanical Drawing 1. Heeyoung Kim, botanical artist, CPSA $287 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Mondays, July 11 – August 15, 6 – 9 p.m. Design Studio

Watercolor 1 ART requirement Students will build skills, starting with basic color mixing and paint-handling exercises. Students will progress to rendering textures and form in color and using paint-layering techniques to achieve a naturalistic style. Nancy Halliday, freelance artist and naturalist $287 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Tuesdays, July 19 – August 30, 6 – 9 p.m. (no class August 9 ) Design Studio

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BOTANICAL ARTS CERTIFICATE OF MERIT PROGRAM

Adult Education: Photography The options for photography at the Garden are endless.

Photography Discover the joy of nature and garden photography with the Garden as your studio. Advance your artistic and technical skills in classes and workshops for students of all levels led by outstanding photography professionals.

iPhone Photography There are hundreds of photography apps available for iPhones. This class will explore some of the better known apps along with instruction on how to use them for nature photography. We will go over the basics of iPhone photography along with fieldwork. We will examine photos taken during class and how they can be enhanced, manipulated, or altered to create a personal statement. iPhones are mandatory. Tobin Fraley, photographer $99 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 2 Sundays, May 8 & 15, 10 a.m. – noon & Sunday, May 22, 10 – 11 a.m. Lakeside Room, Visitor Center or 2 Wednesdays, May 11 & 18, 1 – 3 p.m. & Wednesday, May 25, 1 – 2 p.m. Lakeside Room, Visitor Center

Creative Fine Art Digital Photography for Beginners FPC introductory course, fine art track Have you ever wondered how to capture the wow moments in nature with your new digital camera? Learn the basics of digital photography in this introductory course. Starting with aperture priority, shutter speed priority, and exposure compensation, we will craft images of nature’s wonder. The School’s CEUs=18 hours Dianne Kittle, fine art photographer $349 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Wednesdays, May 25 – June 29, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Design Studio

FOCUS ON PHOTOGRAPHY CERTIFICATE OF MERIT PROGRAM

Lightroom 2

New! Spring Photography in the Malott Japanese Garden

Polish your editing workflow, file management, and increase your processing skills in the Develop Module. You’ll also learn to create slideshows and publish your images to the Internet directly from Lightroom. A personal laptop with Adobe Photoshop Lightroom CC installed is required. Prerequisite: Lightroom 1 or approval of instructor. The School’s CEUs=12 hours

FPC elective Spring offers photographers the unique perspective of Japanese art and landscape architecture as one views the end of winter. Learn about the Elizabeth Hubert Malott Japanese Garden and its three islands— Keiunto (Island of the Auspicious Cloud), Seifuto (Island of Pure Breezes) and Horaijima (Island of Everlasting Happiness)—as you acquire photographic techniques that capture the ambiance and symbolism of Japanese beliefs. The School’s CEUs=12 hours Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $239 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Sundays, March 13 – April 10, 8 – 11 a.m. (no class March 27) Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Macro Photography in the Greenhouses FPC elective This class will introduce you to a world of detail often not noticed. The succulents, tropical blooms, and color in our Greenhouses will serve as our natural laboratory. Each class will consist of learning new macro techniques followed by trips into the Greenhouses to practice new skills and artistic elements. Designed for intermediate photographers comfortable with basic photography techniques. Digital SLR, macro lens, and tripod required. The School’s CEUs=12 hours Tobin Fraley, photographer $225 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Tuesdays, March 15 – April 5, 9 a.m. – noon Design Studio

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FPC elective

Dianne Kittle, fine art photographer $239 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Tuesdays, March 15 – April 12, 1 – 4 p.m. (no class March 29) Lakeside Room, Visitor Center

Photoshop I FPC requirement option Make your photographs of the Chicago Botanic Garden even better with Adobe Photoshop Elements, a user-friendly photo editor that uses the same concepts as the full version of Photoshop. The course will cover selection tools, layers, and smart brushes and teach you how to play with artistic options to inspire abstractions. Requirements for the course are a laptop computer with Adobe Photoshop Elements or Adobe Photoshop CS5 installed and a digital camera. Iris Allen, freelance photographer and instructor $199 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Mondays, March 28 – April 25, 1 – 3:30 p.m. (no class April 18) Design Studio

Documenting Nature in Spring

New! Photographing in Natural Light

FPC requirement

FPC required course, nature and wildlife track

FPC elective

This course will help beginners and enthusiasts grasp the techniques and principles of photography. Participants will explore the basics of photography, including image composition rules, how the camera works, proper exposure, and the functions of lens aperture and shutter speed. Some minimal photo processing will also be covered. Course requires a digital SLR camera. No previous experience is required.

The emphasis of this class will be on photographic composition, storytelling, and documenting the natural changes that take place in spring. We will cover depth of field, offset imaging, cropping, and the use of triptychs. We will also take a comprehensive look at understanding what the camera sees compared with our own natural visual biases. A portion of each class will be held outside. Digital SLR cameras are mandatory, as is a general working knowledge of your camera’s functions.

Photographers often find themselves in a situation where flash photography is not allowed, or where artificial light disturbs the honesty of a photo. Learn techniques that use natural light from available sources to capture realistic and untouched images. The School’s CEUs=12 hours

Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $239 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Wednesdays, March 30 – April 20, 9 a.m. – noon or 4 Saturdays, April 2 – 30, 9 a.m. – noon (no class April 16) Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Abstracts in Nature–Spring FPC fundamental course, fine art track This intermediate class will be spent applying photographic techniques to create a portfolio of abstract fine art photographs. Using design concepts, students will craft creative images with a mood and message. A review of technical SLR tools, in addition to developing your creative eye, will help you capture abstracts of your very own. Class will include lecture, critique, and practice time in the Garden, along with making a book using Blurb Bookwright. Digital SLR camera and tripod required. Proficiency with aperture and shutter speed is required.

Tobin Fraley, photographer $249 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 5 Tuesdays, April 19 – May 17, 9:30 a.m. – noon Design Studio

New! The Philosophy of Photography FPC elective We view our world through the subjective lens of experience and our own instinctive values. The camera, though, sees and records what is actually present at the time the shutter is pressed. In this class, we will explore the role the camera has had on humanity and by doing so become better observers and better photographers. The School’s CEUs=12.5 hours Tobin Fraley, photographer $249 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 5 Tuesdays, April 19 – May 17, 1 – 3:30 p.m. Design Studio

Adult Education: Photography

Beginning Digital Photography

Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $239 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Thursdays, April 21 – May 12, 9 a.m. – noon Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Photographing Wildflowers FPC fundamental course, nature and wildlife track Students will learn about capturing images of both native wildflowers and garden flowers. The emphasis will be on color and tonal balance, close-ups, backgrounds, natural lighting, and composition. Wildflowers change quickly in the spring, so each week will offer a new array of subjects. Please dress for the weather. Digital SLR cameras plus a standard and macro lens are mandatory, as is a general working knowledge of your camera’s functions. Tobin Fraley, photographer $249 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 5 Thursdays, April 21 – May 19, 9:30 a.m. – noon Design Studio

Dianne Kittle, fine art photographer $239 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Wednesdays, April 6 – 27, 1 – 4 p.m. Lakeside Room, Visitor Center

Enhance your natural-light photography skills at the Garden.

Adult Education: Photography

Intermediate Digital Photography

New! Composition in Landscape Photography

FPC elective

Seeing, thinking, and acting are the next steps in learning to identify, then capture, an impressive image. Students will use lead lines, selective manual focus, and appropriate aperture settings to enhance their photos. Prerequisite: Beginning Digital Photography or the consent of the instructor. The School’s CEUs=12 hours

Composition is the photographer’s arrangement of pattern, symmetry, texture, depth of field, and lines. Each week, we will learn ways to include each of these elements. Each class is devoted to one of the elements in depth. The School’s CEUs=15 hours

Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $239 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Wednesdays, April 27 – May 18, 9 a.m. – noon or 4 Saturdays, May 7 – June 4, 9 a.m. – noon (no class May 28) Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

New! Urban Photography FPC elective Take advantage of the photographic opportunities presented by the beautiful city of Chicago and its environs. This class integrates the photography of landscape and hardscape and allows the use of camera settings beyond the everyday. The School’s CEUs=12 hours Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $239 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Tuesdays, May 3 – 24, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $299 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 5 Wednesdays, May 25 – June 22, 9 a.m. – noon Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Photograph by Douglas Beasley

FPC requirement, fine art track

Special Engagement with Douglas Beasley: Zen & the Art of Photography PC elective Acclaimed photographer Douglas Beasley will talk about how photographs can better reflect our own experiences and beliefs, including spiritual beliefs, rather than be a mere testimony to where we went and what we saw. Through examples from his past work, including images from his book, Earth Meets Spirit, and from his extensive worldwide travels, he will show how photographs can have more meaning and depth, and can go well beyond a travelogue. The School’s CEUs=1.5 hours Douglas Beasley, Douglas Beasley Photography $27 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Friday, May 20, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Boyer Room, Visitor Center

Photoshop 2 FPC elective Take the next step and learn even more about Adobe Photoshop. This more advanced class will further your knowledge of selections and layers, allowing more photo enhancement and manipulation. We will tackle some interesting projects such as black and white with color accents, old photo restoration, and abstract art creation. Requirements for the course are a laptop computer with Adobe Photoshop Elements or Adobe Photoshop CS5 installed and a digital camera. Prerequisite: Photoshop 1 or approval of instructor. The School’s CEUs=10 hours Iris Allen, freelance photographer and instructor $199 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Mondays, May 9 – June 13, 1 – 3:30 p.m. (no class May 30 & June 6) Design Studio

Advanced Photography Portfolio Workshop

New! The Emotional Landscape With Douglas Beasley FPC elective This workshop will be about making, not taking, photographs by nourishing a deepening in our heart/ soul/self and then bringing that awareness into our photo-making process. We will work on giving our photos more layers of meaning to make stronger, more powerful images. We will be using land, sky, and water as well as ourselves to transform an emotional experience into a visual one. Much of our time will be spent outside working on photo assignments and exercises. Open to all levels but students should have a good working knowledge of their camera. Digital and film, in all formats, are welcome. The School’s CEUs=18 hours Douglas Beasley, Douglas Beasley Photography $399 nonmember; members receive 20% discount + $20 materials fee Friday, May 20, 6:30 – 9 p.m. Boyer Room, Visitor Center and Saturday & Sunday, May 21 & 22, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Linnaeus Room

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This course is designed for photographers comfortable with the skills and techniques necessary to produce portfolio-quality images. Must be comfortable with aperture and shutter speed. The class will explore art direction, composition, and elements within the art of photography. You will create your own set of professionally produced images, which will be ready to submit for the 2016 Focusing on Nature Student Photography Exhibition. Digital SLR mandatory. Prerequisite: Intermediate Photography Portfolio Class. Dianne Kittle, fine art photographer $374 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Wednesdays, May 25 – June 29, 1 – 4 p.m. Design Studio

Black and White Photography: A Study of Shadows and Texture FPC fundamental course, fine art and nature and wildlife track Students will explore the creation of photographic images beyond color, looking into the shadows and textures that lay beneath nature’s color spectrum using plants and objects found at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Tonality and dynamic range will be included as well as the potential of depth of field. The Zone System of shooting in black and white will also be discussed. Digital SLR cameras are mandatory. Tobin Fraley, photographer $249 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 5 Tuesdays, May 31 – June 28, 9:30 a.m. – noon Design Studio

FPC elective Advanced level

Photography

Go beyond the realistic photograph and create pieces of art with your SLR. Learn post-production and handson ink-jet-transfer techniques using a pigment ink printer, acrylic mediums, and solvents. Transfer your works of art to metal, wood, and art paper. You will be given an abstract SLR advanced digital lesson each week to photograph your subject for alternative printing. (Limited to 8 students with the consent of the instructor.) Materials fee included. The School CEUs=16 hours Dianne Kittle, fine art photographer $429 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Thursdays, June 2 – 23, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Lightroom 1 FPC requirement option Adobe Photoshop Lightroom CC is professional-grade processing software designed to help photographers manage and edit their images. In this course, you will learn Lightroom CC setup, workflow, file management, processing, and image exporting. You’ll also learn to tag, name, size, and sharpen your images. Students will be guided from the shoot and image download, through the develop module to the final output of a slideshow set to music. A personal laptop with Adobe Photoshop Lightroom CC installed is required, or you may choose to download the 30-day free trial of Lightroom from Adobe’s website on the first day of class. Dianne Kittle, fine art photographer $239 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Thursdays, June 2 – 23, 6 – 9 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Special Engagement! New! Photograph Great Gardens of Chicago and Environs with Allen Rokach Don’t miss this unique opportunity to visit and photograph five magnificent gardens in and around Chicago at the height of the summer bloom during this intensive five-day flower and garden workshop led by master photographer Allen Rokach. Rokach will guide participants to the limitless possibilities of digital photography in a garden setting, focusing on the particular strengths of each location: • spectacular specialty gardens of the Chicago Botanic Garden. • wonderful ornate gardens and floral display at the Baha’i temple in Wilmette. • magnificent English gardens of a private estate, Mettawa Manor. • amazing garden design of Lurie Garden in Chicago’s Millennium Park. • pristine formal gardens at Cantigny Park in Wheaton. Through lectures, field sessions, review sessions, and individual consultations, participants at all levels of photographic experience will receive in-depth instruction on the technical and aesthetic aspects of digital flower and garden photography. As an added bonus, we will have access to the grounds of all gardens at sunrise to explore and capture the special qualities of early morning light. Detailed itinerary upon request. The School’s CEUs=37 hours Allen Rokach, master garden photographer $799 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Sunday, July 10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Linnaeus Room and Monday – Friday, July 11 – 15, 6 a.m. – 3 p.m. Offsite locations per itinerary

New! Photoshop: Special Projects

Photographing Butterflies and Blooms

FPC elective

This class will show more Photoshop tricks and techniques, such as black and white with color accents and abstract editing. Requirements are a laptop computer with Adobe Photoshop Elements or Adobe Photoshop CS5 installed and a digital camera. Prerequisite: Photoshop 1 or approval of instructor. The School’s CEUs=10 hours

Join Jack Carlson for a rare opportunity to capture the colorful world of the Butterflies & Blooms exhibition. This intermediate- to advanced-level class meets before the exhibition opens to the general public. Participants should have a working knowledge of camera controls and lens settings. Close-focusing/ macro lens and tripod strongly suggested. The School’s CEUs=3 hours Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $59 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Thursday, June 23, 7 – 10 a.m. or Saturday, June 25, 7 – 10 a.m. Lakeside Room, Visitor Center

Adult Education: Photography Highlights

New! Master Class: Alternative Printing

Iris Allen, freelance photographer and instructor $199 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Mondays, July 18 – August 8, 1 – 3:30 p.m. Design Studio

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Adult Education: Wellness & Fitness

Wellness Discover the many possibilities offered at the Chicago Botanic Garden for nurturing and healing the body, mind, and spirit.

Optimize Your Energy! Your body is designed to heal itself, but the stresses of our world constantly interfere with this natural capacity. Optimize your energy by practicing simple energy medicine exercises, pioneered by Donna Eden. Learn to use your innate healing power to increase overall vitality, physical wellness, emotional balance, mental clarity, and a connection to spirit and joy. Dress for comfort. All fitness levels welcome. Devi Stern, Eden Energy Medicine advanced practitioner, Dragonfly Healer $95 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 5 Tuesdays, March 8 – April 5, 10 – 11 a.m. Alsdorf Auditorium or 5 Tuesdays, April 19 – May 17, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Burnstein Hall

Good Vibrations: Sound Healing for Health & Harmony Crystal bowl sounds are an ancient healing art and form of vibrational medicine. While the tones create a calm, serene atmosphere, Marian McNair blends her voice with the crystal bowls. This two-hour workshop includes a presentation on the history of sound and how it works in the body followed by a sound meditation demonstration. Please bring a mat, a pillow, and a blanket.

Curious About Detoxing?

History of Tea

This course will teach you how to detox in a holistic way for improved health, clarity, and energy. Elyse Wagner helps you feel fabulous in the skin you’re in by inspiring, educating, and empowering you to balance your food, elevate your attitude, and love your body. Copies of her book, Smoothie Secrets Revealed: A Guide to Enhance Your Health, will be available for purchase after class.

From the solemn meditation rooms of China thousands of years ago to planting the first seeds of global trade between the east and west, the story of tea is vast in its time scale, and compelling in a political, economic, and religious context. Many historical elements of the tea trade have formed the foundation for the world we live in today. Discover the fascinating history of tea around the world, and taste tea directly from the garden during the presentation.

Elyse Wagner, M.S., CN, LMHCA $38 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, April 2, 10 – 11:30 a.m. Linnaeus Room

Meditation Walk: The Cycles of Life

Jordan Scherer, tea industry expert, entrepreneur, enthusiast $45 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, April 30, 1 – 3 p.m. Seminar Room, Plant Science Center

Enjoy the seasonal weather and nourish your spirit at the same time with an early morning meditation walk at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Come prepared to relax and renew as we slowly walk around the Great Basin, making four stops for guided meditation. The four life-cycle images we will focus on are creation/ birth, growth, pain and loss, and new life. Each image will be linked to our own life experiences, and you will have private time to contemplate, journal, wander, and breathe. This event will take place rain or shine.

Tea and Health

Mary Ann Spina, teacher, writer, and counselor $25 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, April 30, 8 – 10 a.m. Meet at Visitor Center

Jordan Scherer, tea industry expert, entrepreneur, enthusiast $45 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, May 7, 1 – 3 p.m. Seminar Room, Plant Science Center

Marian McNair, MATC, M.F.A. $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, March 16, 7 – 9 p.m. Burnstein Hall

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Since ancient times, plants have been used as a catalyst for vitality and health. Tea has long been cherished in eastern cultures for its medicinal properties. Come learn about the latest studies championing tea as an antioxidant and amino-acid powerhouse that helps our body’s functionality. In the class, we will taste the teas and discover the medicinal properties of the elixir of a long life.

Tai Chi: Intermediate Sun-Style

Tai chi’s fluid movements make the Chicago Botanic Garden an ideal location for classes. People of all ages and physical conditions can learn these movements. Tai chi is best practiced in loose clothing and stocking feet or comfortable flat shoes. On occasion, when weather permits, class will occur outdoors in one of the beautiful areas of the Chicago Botanic Garden. One-time class trial fee: $20.

Further your study of the Sun form of tai chi. Consistent practice of tai chi helps us to relax from the fast pace of multitasking and recognize the moment at hand. The movements help to reconnect us to mind-body awareness and restore harmony and balance into our daily routines. Tai Chi for Beginners or some tai chi experience is recommended.

Tai Chi for Beginners: Sun-Style This course will introduce students to Sun-style tai chi chuan with a few Yang-style concepts as well. Sun-style is the most modern form of tai chi and the movements are very gentle in nature. We will focus on basic principles to improve your balance and relaxation, and also increase your range of motion and reduce stress. This class of gentle movements provides you with a solid foundation for choosing future studies. No previous tai chi experience is required. Gordon Lock, instructor $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Spring Semester: 10 Tuesdays, March 8 – May 17, 8 – 9 a.m. (no class April 12) Burnstein Hall or Summer Semester: 10 Tuesdays, June 7 – August 9, 8 – 9 a.m. Burnstein Hall

Tai Chi for Beginners: Yang-Style This course will introduce students to Yang-style tai chi chuan with a few Sun-style concepts as well. Tai chi from the Yang family is a beautiful, slow-moving meditation in motion. We will focus on basic principles to improve your balance and relaxation, and also increase your range of motion and reduce stress. This class of gentle movements provides you with a solid foundation for choosing future studies. No previous tai chi experience is required. Gordon Lock, instructor $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Spring Semester: 10 Tuesdays, March 8 – May 17, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. (no class April 12) Burnstein Hall or Summer Semester: 10 Tuesdays, June 7 – August 9, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Burnstein Hall

Gordon Lock’s tai chi classes take advantage of the surrounding beauty.

Gordon Lock, instructor $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Spring Semester: 10 Wednesdays, March 9 – May 18, 8 – 9 a.m. (no class April 13) Burnstein Hall or Summer Semester: 10 Wednesdays, June 8 – August 10, 8 – 9 a.m. Burnstein Hall

Tai Chi: Intermediate Yang-Style Further your study of the Yang form of tai chi. Consistent practice of tai chi helps us to relax from the fast pace of multi-tasking and recognize the moment at hand. The movements help to reconnect us to mind-body awareness and restore harmony and balance into our daily routines. Tai Chi for Beginners or some tai chi experience is recommended. Gordon Lock, instructor $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Spring Semester: 10 Thursdays, March 10 – May 19, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. (no class April 14) Burnstein Hall or Summer Semester: 10 Thursdays, June 9 – August 11, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Burnstein Hall

Adult Education: Wellness & Fitness

TAI CHI CLASSES

A Forecast for Wellness The Cincinnati Reds ask meteorologist Ryan Zimmerman when they should call the game for rain. His company, Weather by Request, provides tailored services based on location and need for clients such as attorneys and municipalities. He also does complimentary customized forecasts for the Chicago Botanic Garden, helping the Garden make informed decisions. “Ryan’s reports are extremely accurate,” says Beth Pinargote, adult education director for the Garden. “We feel more confident managing activities. It is so thoughtful for him to give back to the Garden this way.” Zimmerman found an extra connection to the Garden through adult education classes. He already considered the Garden a tranquil respite from his successful but often stressful business. A back injury brought him to wellness and fitness classes. “I had heard about the benefits of yoga and tai chi,” he recalled, “and was happy they both were offered at the Garden, a place I already associated with calm and healing.” Since Zimmerman lives and works on his own, a bonus was the sense of community and camaraderie with his teachers and fellow students. “After two years, I feel so much more focused, balanced, connected,” he explained. Rain or shine, spring is a breathtaking season at the Garden, and Zimmerman predicts more classes in his future. 61

Adult Education: Wellness Regenstein & Fitness School

Tai Chi: Advanced Sun-Style

YOGA CLASSES

Yoga Flow Beginner

This course continues with in-depth study of the Sun-style for students who have completed the intermediate class level and feel comfortable advancing. Some qigong exercises, such as the Eight Pieces of Brocade, will also be practiced. In session we will emphasize the ABCs—alignment, breathing, and concentration.

Yoga is an ancient practice that unites body, mind, and spirit. For all sessions, wear comfortable clothing (sweats, shorts, or yoga pants) with socks or bare feet. Yoga mats are required. It is also suggested that you bring a towel with you, as well as a sweatshirt for cool-down. All yoga classes last approximately 60 minutes. If your class is scheduled to occur on a holiday date you observe, please speak with the instructor regarding attending a make-up class. One-time class trial fee: $20.

The Yoga Flow series combines movement linked to the breath, working the body and engaging the mind. This is a moderately challenging course for students with some yoga experience.

Gordon Lock, instructor $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Spring Semester: 10 Thursdays, March 10 – May 19, 8 – 9 a.m. (no class April 14) Burnstein Hall or Summer Semester: 10 Thursdays, June 9 – August 11, 8 – 9 a.m. Burnstein Hall

Tai Chi: Advanced Yang-Style This course continues with in-depth study of the Yang style for students who have completed the intermediate class level and feel comfortable advancing. Some qigong exercises, such as the Eight Pieces of Brocade, will also be practiced. In session we will emphasize the ABCs—alignment, breathing, and concentration. Gordon Lock, instructor $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Spring Semester: 10 Wednesdays, March 9 – May 18, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. (no class April 13) Burnstein Hall or Summer Semester: 10 Wednesdays, June 8 – August 10, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Burnstein Hall

Gentle Yoga A series of yoga poses and breathing exercises designed and adapted for a tranquil, relaxing yoga experience. In this course, we will take a gentle, restorative approach to the practice. All students are welcome. Come and enjoy a sense of peace and balance. Steve Nakon and Patricia Nakon, Whole Journey $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Spring session: 10 Mondays, April 4 – June 13, 9 – 10 a.m. or 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. (no class April 11) Linnaeus Room or Summer session: $150 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 8 Mondays, July 11 – August 29, 9 – 10 a.m. or 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Linnaeus Room

Steve Nakon, Whole Journey $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Spring session: 10 Tuesdays, April 5 – June 14, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. or 6 – 7 p.m. (no class April 12) Linnaeus Room or Summer session: $150 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 8 Tuesdays, July 12 – August 30, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. or 6 – 7 p.m. Linnaeus Room

Yoga Flow Intermediate The Yoga Flow series combines movement linked to the breath, working the body and engaging the mind. This is a more exhilarating, challenging Flow series for students who have taken Beginner Flow or have comparable experience. Steve Nakon, Whole Journey $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Spring session: 10 Tuesdays, April 5 – June 14, 8 – 9 a.m. (no class April 12) or 10 Thursdays, April 7 – June 16, 9 – 10 a.m. or 6 – 7 p.m. (no class April 14) Linnaeus Room or Summer session: $150 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 8 Tuesdays, July 12 – August 30, 8 – 9 a.m. or 8 Thursdays, July 14 – Sept. 1, 9 – 10 a.m. or 6 – 7 p.m. Linnaeus Room

Relax and focus in a yoga class at the Garden.

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Adult Education: Wellness & Fitness

Wellness

Gentle Yoga and Meditation

Yoga at Ease

New! Outdoor Walking Workout

All levels of fitness and experience are welcome in this class, which will include meditative movement and contemplative stillness. We will focus on the breath and relieving stress.

A yoga experience designed to relax and refresh. Mindful movement and conscious breath combine to reduce stress and boost immunity. Appropriate for beginners and experienced students alike.

Steve Nakon, Whole Journey $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Spring session: 10 Wednesdays, April 6 – June 15, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. (no class April 13) Linnaeus Room

Steve Nakon, Whole Journey $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Spring session: 10 Wednesdays, April 6 – June 15, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. or 7 – 8 p.m. (no class April 13) Linnaeus Room or Summer session: $150 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 8 Wednesdays, July 13 – August 31, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. or 7 – 8 p.m. Linnaeus Room

The Chicago Botanic Garden’s outdoor environment is a unique alternative to a health club. Walking for fitness outside provides an experience that simply cannot be duplicated indoors. Stimulate your mind and body with fresh air and scenic vistas that change weekly. Build endurance, gain core strength, and improve your balance and stability as you navigate changing terrain. Unwind as you walk your stress away surrounded by nature. Esther Gutiérrez-Sloan is certified by the American Council on Exercise, trained in Total Body Training Systems, and was inducted into the National Fitness Hall of Fame in 2010. Formerly called Fitness Walks, this class aims to strengthen and stretch your muscles by changing pace and adjusting gait. All fitness levels are welcome. Please dress for the weather (class meets rain or shine); wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes.

Visit chicagobotanic.org/ school/faculty for faculty biographies. Chicago Botanic Garden members receive a 20 percent discount on classes.

Yoga Master Class This class is designed for the student who is looking for a deeper understanding of the principles of movement and alignment. Join us for engaging practices in a welcoming, accepting, and encouraging environment. Be ready to explore your whole body through carefully designed sequences, gaining understanding of movement in more depth and detail. Class size is limited, so sign up soon. Steve Nakon, Whole Journey $125 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 5 Fridays, May 20 – June 17, 9 – 10:30 a.m. Linnaeus Room

Esther Gutiérrez-Sloan, certified personal trainer and president, SALSArobics, Inc. $94 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Meet at Visitor Center Register for one or more sessions: Session 1 5 Saturdays, May 7 – June 4, 8 – 9 a.m. Session 2 5 Saturdays, June 11 – July 9, 8 – 9 a.m. Session 3 5 Saturdays, July 16 – August 13, 8 – 9 a.m. Session 4 5 Saturdays, August 20 – September 17, 8 – 9 a.m. Session 5 5 Saturdays, September 24 – October 22, 8 – 9 a.m. Wellness programming is generously supported by NorthShore University HealthSystem.

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Youth & Family Programs

Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden The Garden is committed to welcoming its youngest visitors with activities and programs that inspire. Families will find programs during the day and evening, throughout the week, and throughout the year that invite children to be curious about the natural world. Garden camps, classes, and programs are professionally designed and expertly delivered.

It’s Your Earth Day, Scouts The Chicago Botanic Garden has the perfect way for youth groups to celebrate Earth Day. In our Earth Day Seasonal Scout Workshop, Scouts can meet new friends and earn a Chicago Botanic Garden fun patch while enjoying spring-themed activities that combine recycled art and science. The class allows scouts to lend a hand to flora and fauna with take-home plants and wildlife projects. Weather permitting, we’ll also take a tram ride to explore the Garden in all its springtime glory. Register your entire troop or individual Scouts. Our Earth Day Scout Workshop, ideal for scouts grades K–5, is from 12:45 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 30, and costs $14 per child. One chaperone is required for every five children. Looking for a customized badge workshop? Scouts will complete requirements to earn a badge in just one 90-minute to two-hour session that is perfect for grades K–5. Bring your troop to the Garden, and we’ll take care of the rest. Spring sessions are available Mondays through Fridays after school or Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Workshops accommodate 10 to 25 scouts and chaperones. Please contact our program coordinator at (847) 835-8239. chicagobotanic.org/scout

Scouts have fun and earn badges at the Garden.

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Youth & Family Programs

Nature Preschool The Garden’s Nature Preschool will delight and engage 3- or 4-year-olds in a world of discovery about the natural world and prepare them for a future of lifelong learning. Registration is open through August 5, 2016. Come to a free open house to learn more.

Open House Thursday, April 14 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Contact chicagobotanic.org/naturepreschool to register.

Seeds Age 3 by September 1, 2016 Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 6 – May 18 (We follow Glencoe District 35 calendar.) 9 – 11:30 a.m. $2,400 Garden Plus member per child $2,880 nonmember per child (Tuition is due in quarterly installments.)

Seedlings Age 4 by September 1, 2016 Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, September 7 – May 19 (We follow Glencoe District 35 calendar.) 9 a.m. – noon $3,760 Garden Plus member per child $4,512 nonmember per child (Tuition is due in quarterly installments.)

Let your preschooler discover the natural world at Nature Preschool.

Nature Preschool Registration and Policies Requirements

• Your child must be 3 on September 1, 2016, for Seeds; 4 on September 1, 2016, for Seedlings. • All children must be fully toilet trained before attending classes.

Registration

Registrations are for the full school year, and must be received by August 5, 2016, for 2016-17. Garden Plus and above members receive a 20% discount on Nature Preschool. You must provide your membership number at the time of registration. Garden membership is nontransferable.

Special Attention

All children are welcome. Please let us know on your child’s emergency/registration form if your child has special needs, including physical, emotional, educational, or medical needs, allergies, or chronic illness. If your child will require special accommodations, please call (847) 835-8238 to discuss prior to registering.

Cancellations & Refunds

You may cancel a registration up to two weeks before class begins for a partial refund of 90 percent of the tuition fee paid. The $100 deposit is nonrefundable. Register online at chicagobotanic.org/naturepreschool or call (847) 835-8238 for more information.

Payment Schedule

A $100 nonrefundable deposit is due at time of registration. This deposit will be applied to your last tuition payment. Tuition payments are due on July 15, October 1, and December 1, 2016; and on March 1, 2017.

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Youth & Family Programs

Family Fun Weekend Family Classes Together, adults and children ages 4 to 10 explore cool things about how plants connect to science, art, history, and culture. Each Saturday or Sunday program includes a variety of hands-on activities and projects, as well as opportunities to bring the Garden home. 9:30 – 11 a.m. or 1 – 2:30 p.m. $24 nonmember per child Garden Plus members receive a 20% discount Homemade Ice Cream Saturday, February 20; Sunday, February 28; or Saturday, March 5

Nature Nights Bring a picnic dinner and spend an evening in the Garden. Children ages 4 – 10 and their families will explore different areas of the Garden and enjoy a variety of discovery-based activities. Each Nature Nights also includes a tram ride, a planting project, and s’mores around the campfire. *Don’t forget to bring a picnic dinner. Dessert is provided. 5 – 7:30 p.m. $26 nonmember per child Garden Plus members receive a 20% discount Sensory Stroll June 11 or 25

Get an up-close look at one of the world’s tiniest seeds from the vanilla orchid, make a batch of ice cream, and pot up a plant that can flavor ice cream. Limit of two children per adult.

Taste, touch, smell, see and listen—use all five of your senses as we explore the Sensory Garden, experience a food tasting, and practice strengthening our weaker senses. Pot up a sensory plant of your own to enjoy at home.

Gumballs & Superballs Saturday, March 19; Saturday, April 2; or Sunday, April 24

New! Mystery Mapping July 9 or 23

Find out how people use parts of rainforest trees to make chewing gum and rubber. Create your own bouncing ball and flavorful gum to take home. Visit chicagobotanic.org/familyprograms or call (847) 835-6801 for more information.

Enliven your family’s Garden visit using tools to identify and observe plants and animals. Check out one of our free Backpacks, available on a first-come, first-served basis at the Information Desk in the Visitor Center.

Story Time Stop by the Lenhardt Library on Monday mornings for nature-themed stories and hands-on activities. Geared toward children ages 2 – 5 with a caregiver; no program April 18. Mondays, through May 23 10 – 11 a.m.

ScreenBreak Family Drop-in Activities

Learn how Native Americans made maps using physical landmarks and other concepts that influenced their mapmaking. Then create your own map that leads to a treasure and pot up a plant to help you find your way. Sculpture Scavenger Hunt August 6 or 20

Wednesday, March 9 & Friday, March 11 9 – 11 a.m.

New! Harvest Hootenanny September 3 Come celebrate the harvest. Gather fresh ingredients from the Garden, and then use them to prepare a healthy appetizer to enjoy by the campfire. Pot up an edible, cool-season plant to take home. Visit chicagobotanic.org/naturenights or call (847) 835-6801 for more information.

Birthday Parties Celebrate your child’s birthday with a garden-themed party. Choose from a variety of themes. All parties include educational, hands-on activities led by Garden staff. Every child takes home a plant plus additional items they’ve created. Parties can be scheduled year-round on Saturday or Sunday mornings or afternoons for children turning 4 and up. Garden Plus membership required. Visit chicagobotanic.org/birthdays or call (847) 835-8275 for more information.

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Discovery Backpacks

Stop by for hands-on, nature-themed fun from 9 to 11 a.m. Geared toward children ages 2 – 5 with a caregiver. No registration required. Parking is free from March 6 to 12 for those families with a ScreenBreak button, wristband, or card. Offered in collaboration with the Alliance for Early Childhood’s ScreenBreak. Visit theallianceforec.org for information about ScreenBreak activities at other locations.

Plants and nature often inspire artists. Explore the collection of sculptures hidden throughout the Garden, create your own sculpture using natural materials, and pot up a sculptural plant to take home.

Free Programs

Malott Japanese Garden Spring Weekend Celebrate spring by writing a seasonal haiku and making a cherry blossom hanging scroll, and try other hands-on activities. Enjoy suminagashi painting, storytelling, and musical performances, and take a walk in the Malott Japanese Garden. Saturday, March 19 & Sunday, March 20 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Malott Japanese Garden Children’s Festival Learn about children’s celebrations in Japan during this special weekend of activities. Listen to shakuhachi and koto harp music, enjoy traditional folktales, and watch a tea ceremony. Kids of all ages can make projects to celebrate Girls’ Day and Boys’ Day—design a kimono paper doll, create a miniature carp kite, construct an origami samurai helmet, and more at family-friendly hands-on stations. Saturday, May 21 & Sunday, May 22 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Visit chicagobotanic.org/forfamilies for more information.

Youth & Family Programs Science-themed projects and exploration make Spring Break Camp at the Garden fun.

Scouts

Scout Seasonal Workshop: Earth Day Celebration

School Break Camps

Scout Badge Programs

Celebrate Earth Day with hands-on activities. Scouts will discover signs of spring around the Garden on a scavenger hunt, give back to the earth with a project to help improve the Garden, and save resources by reusing items to make art inspired by the beautiful gardens.

Spring Break Camp

Scouts will complete badge requirements with challenging activities. Our wide range of scout programs take children throughout the Garden, and can be scheduled after school on Mondays through Fridays and on Saturdays between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. 90-minute programs (ages 6 – 8): Deposit of $120 covers 10 Scouts; plus $10 per additional Scout, due on the day of the program.

Adults should plan to stay with their Scouts for the duration of the program. If you are a leader registering a group, at least one adult chaperone for every five Scouts is required.

Children in grades K–5 will participate in high-quality learning activities with experienced teachers who use inquiry-based, hands-on activities. Programming connects nature to a range of themes including art, cuisine, and conservation. This spring, children will dissect and plant seeds, explore fragrant herbs and flowers, search for birds and early spring plants on nature hikes, take a trolley ride around the Garden, create take-home science-themed projects, and much more.

2-hour programs (ages 9 – 12): Deposit of $170 covers 10 Scouts; plus $15 per additional Scout, due on the day of the program.

Saturday, April 30 12:45 – 3 p.m. $14 per child (grade K – 5)

March 21 – 25, 2016 March 28 – April 1, 2016 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Looking for something different? Contact the Scout Program Coordinator for details on custom programs where you get to create the badge requirements. Special fees apply and programs can be 90 minutes or 2 hours.

Visit chicagobotanic.org/scout/seasonal or call (847) 835-8239 for more information.

$75 nonmember per child per day Garden Plus members receive a 20% discount

Visit chicagobotanic.org/scout or call (847) 835-8239 for more information about these programs.

New! Scout Late Night: Whooooooo’s Out There? Join us for a late night at the Garden to learn about nocturnal creatures, dissect an owl pellet, ride the tram, and make campfire s’mores. (Tram and campfire are weather permitting.) The Garden welcomes Girl and Boy Scouts and other youth groups—come as a group or an individual. Adults should plan to stay with their groups for the duration of the program. If you are a leader registering a group, at least one adult chaperone for every five Scouts is required. Parking and a Chicago Botanic Garden activity patch are included. There is no charge for adults.

March 21: Seeds March 22: Signs of Spring March 23: A Visit to the Woods March 24: Greenhouses and Gardens March 25: Bugs and Bubbles March 28: Dirt March 29: Signs of Spring March 30: Birds March 31: Greenhouses and Gardens April 1: Camping Visit chicagobotanic.org/springbreakcamp to register or call (847) 835-6801 for more information.

Saturday, May 14 6 – 8:30 p.m. $18 per child (grade K – 5) Visit chicagobotanic.org/scout or call (847) 835-8239 for more information.

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Camp CBG

Camp CBG offers exciting and enriching learning experiences for your child, with programs for children ages 2 to 15. All camps incorporate nature exploration, inquiry-based activities, games, hands-on projects, and planting. Choose from weeklong morning, afternoon, and all-day camps from June to August. Visit chicagobotanic.org/camp for complete camp descriptions, fees, and schedule with dates and times.

Age

My First Camp Age 2

Camp-n-Play with Lekotek

$43 nonmember per child per week Garden Plus members receive a 20% discount

$65 nonmember per child per week Garden Plus members receive a 20% discount

Would you like to spend some time learning, exploring, and bonding with your child in an engaging environment? Welcome to My First Camp Age 2. Camp meets Tuesday and Thursday and is offered two different times each week. Choose the 9 to 10 a.m. or the 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. session.

My First Camp Age 3 is a hands-on way to spend time in the Garden with your little one. Children and their adults are invited to dig deeper into nature, art, foods, and science. Camp meets one Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. This camp is offered two different times each week. Choose the 9 to 10 a.m. or the 10:30 to 11:30 session.

Ages 3 – 8 plus siblings; parents welcome $250 per family (1-2 children), Garden Plus and National Lekotek members receive a 20% discount. Additional siblings may attend any camp for a discounted rate of $168. No additional discounts apply. August 15 – 19, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 15 – 19, 12:30 – 3 p.m. Children with special needs or disabilities are invited to discover the sights, sounds, and fun at the Garden. Lekotek presents a nature-inspired day camp with activities that foster social interactions, motor skills, and outdoor education. Plant the seeds that will grow in your backyard and in your child’s development. Visit chicagobotanic.org/camp/plantplay or call (773) 528-5766, extension 407, to register.

My First Camps A smaller version of Camp CBG for little ones with their grown-ups

Bloomin’ Garden Strollers Ages 6 months – 2 years $25 nonmember per child per week 9:45 – 11:15 a.m. Fridays For all of you grown-ups who have said, “I’d love to go to camp!”—this program is for you and your wee one. You and your stroller-aged child will enjoy a brisk walk through the Garden, talk with a Garden expert, get behind-the-scenes information, and finish your morning with activities designed for our smallest visitors. Every week we will explore a new Garden theme. Camp meets in the Visitor Center.

All Abilities Camp

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Born on or before September 1, 2014

Please note: An adult must accompany each registered child. Please do not bring unregistered children, including siblings, to camp. Nursing mothers may call (847) 835-8361 to make arrangements. Art & Music July 19 & 21 Share the joy of creating garden-inspired art with your child. Have fun practicing fine and gross motor skills while developing your child’s appreciation of nature and the arts. Fantastic Foods August 2 & 4 Is your tot interested in helping out in the kitchen, setting the kitchen table, or eating new foods? Discover new foods, prepare a tasty snack, and work on kneading, mixing, grating, and spreading skills. My First Garden July 26 & 28 Your little gardener will dig, sow, and harvest with our child-sized tools. Grow those gardening skills by digging in the dirt and helping us create a garden. Small Scientists July 12 & 14 Toddlers will explore the world using magnets, water, sand, and the colors of the Garden. Discover textures and smells in nature, practice observation skills, and use scientific tools.

My First Camp Age 3 Born on or before September 1, 2013

Please note: An adult must accompany each registered child. Please do not bring unregistered children, including siblings, to camp. Nursing mothers may call (847) 835-8361 to make arrangements. Art & Music July 18, 20, 22 Preschoolers’ creativity will thrive with natureinspired art and music activities. Try clay work, movement, music, and interactive storytelling with your little one at the Garden. Fantastic Foods August 1, 3, 5 You and your preschooler will discover the different foods that come from plants. Plant an herb garden, practice slicing, pouring, and chopstick skills, and make a fruit salad. My First Garden July 25, 27, 29 Your little gardener will dig, sow, and harvest with our child-sized tools. Grow those gardening skills by digging in the dirt and helping us create a garden. Small Scientists July 11, 13, 15 Preschoolers will be introduced to the parts of a flower; learn about ants and their body parts; and explore wind, water, and worms through developmentally appropriate activities.

One Week Camps

Jk-K

Grades

Most children are 4 or 5

Youth & Family: Camp CBG

Green Sprouts

Monday through Friday, times as noted below

$212 nonmember per child per camp Garden Plus members receive a 20% discount Bug Brigade July 18 – 22, 12:30 – 3 p.m. August 8 – 12, 9:30 a.m. – noon Is your child fascinated by bugs? Children will get up-close and personal with butterflies and bees, learn how their favorite insects see, and make a bug sucker to collect and study insects. Fun with Physics June 20 – 24, 9:30 a.m. – noon July 25 – 29, 12:30 – 3 p.m. Green Sprouts will perform basic physical science experiments and discover the laws that rule the natural world. They’ll explore why items sink or float, discover how magnets work, and learn about static electricity.

Young ecologists will investigate trees, leaves, prairie plants, and aquatic creatures, discovering all that the natural world of Illinois has to offer. They’ll learn how to preserve these wonders for future generations. Habitat Hunters July 11 – 15, 12:30 – 3 p.m. July 25 – 29, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 15 – 19, 9:30 a.m. – noon Habitat Hunters will explore the different habitats the Garden has to offer, learn how to track animals, and make a habitat for some of the creatures that live here. Hidden Treasures June 20 – 24, 12:30 – 3 p.m. July 11 – 15, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 8 – 10, 9:30 a.m. – noon Campers will use a map to find their way, create a treasure chest, and dig up a treasure to keep. They’ll also bring home a plant with a hidden treasure to share. Mad Scientists June 27 – July 1, 12:30 – 3 p.m. August 1 – 5, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 15 – 19, 9:30 a.m. – noon This is for young explorers who have ever wondered how fireflies glow, why leaves change, whether fish sleep, or just why. They’ll find these answers and many more, as they become not-so-mad scientists.

Salad Science June 27 – July 1, 9:30 – noon August 1 – 5, 9:30 a.m. – noon

Expert Wizardry July 18 – 22, 12:30 – 3 p.m. August 1 – 5, 9:30 a.m. – noon

We eat parts of plants every day. Young food scientists will explore the Garden to discover how foods grow. We’ll discover how plants change the sun’s energy into energy for our bodies, prepare our own snacks, and plant a salad to take home.

Young wizards will discover the magic of science as they create strange potions and perform unbelievable experiments while learning basic chemistry. No book of spells necessary—we’ll make our own. Explore Your World June 20 – 24, 9:30 a.m. – noon July 25 – 29, 9:30 a.m. – noon

Sprouting Wizards July 18 – 22, 9:30 – noon August 1 – 5, 12:30 – 3 p.m. Kids become science wizards as they explore basic chemistry and the properties of solids, liquids, and gases through experimentation. No need to bring magic wandy—we’ll make our own.

Campers will dig, plant, water, weed, and sow in the Garden. Working together, they’ll create a garden, practice seed dissection, and become true gardeners.

Green Thumbs Most children are 6 or 7

Curious campers will learn about the natural world through guided exploration and discovery by visiting the many habitats at the Garden. They’ll also learn how to help preserve these habitats. Grossology June 27 – July 1, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 1 – 5, 12:30 – 3 p.m. August 15 – 19, 9:30 a.m. – noon

Super Seedlings July 11-15, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 15 – 19, 12:30 – 3 p.m.

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Garden Expedition June 20 – 24, 9:30 a.m. – noon July 25 – 29, 9:30 a.m. – noon

Monday through Friday, times as noted below

$212 nonmember per child per camp Garden Plus members receive a 20% discount

Nature Art June 27 – July 1, 9:30 – noon July 18 – 22, 9:30 – noon August 8 – 12, 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Art in the Garden June 27 – July 1, 12:30 – 3 p.m. July 18 – 22, 9:30 – noon August 8 – 12, 9:30 a.m. – noon

Explore all the ways to make art from nature. Green Sprouts will use the sun’s power to make prints and dyes, use clay for sculpture, and become inspired by flowers with watercolor painting.

Green Thumbs discover different natural artistic styles while they explore the Garden. They’ll sculpt with clay, make plant dyes, and create their own paper.

Campers will uncover the science behind “gross” things around and inside them as they explore slimy and smelly natural phenomena. They’ll use their observation skills along with scientific tools. Incredible Edibles June 27 – July 1, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 1 – 5, 9:30 a.m. – noon Young chefs will explore the Garden with their taste buds and find out how plants turn the sun’s energy into fuel for our bodies. We’ll explore how we eat plant parts every day, harvest food grown in the Outdoor Classroom, make our own tasty snacks, and plant a vegetable garden to take home. See page 71

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Grades

3-4

Green Thumbs

Explorers

Continued

Most children are 8 or 9

Insect investigation July 18 – 22, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 8 – 12, 9:30 a.m. – noon

Monday through Friday, times as noted below

Bug lovers, unite! Green Thumbs will search for insect homes, make insect display cases, and create insect-vision glasses to take home.

Alfresco Art July 18 – 22, 12:30 – 3 p.m. August 1 – 5, 9:30 a.m. – noon

Kinetic Kids June 20 – 24, 12:30 – 3 p.m. July 25 – 29, 9:30 a.m. – noon

Campers will become artistically inspired by the Garden and try their hand at botanical illustration, sculpture, printmaking, and painting. We’ll explore new techniques each day of this outdoor art program.

Budding physicists will discover cool science tricks, explore the laws of motion, and perform physical science experiments with toys. Plant People July 11 – 15, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 15 – 19, 9:30 a.m. – noon Young horticulturists will explore the fascinating life cycle of plants with plenty of opportunity for scientific discovery, hands-on experiments, and garden cultivation. Treasure Hunt June 20 – 24, 9:30 a.m. – noon July 11 – 15, 12:30 – 3 p.m. August 8 – 12, 12:30 – 3 p.m. Campers will develop map-reading skills, use compasses, and discover how archaeologists excavate sites. They will create a hidden treasure map and find secret plant treasures, too. Wildlife Wanderers July 11 – 15, 9:30 a.m. – noon July 25 – 29, 12:30 – 3 p.m. August 15 – 19, 12:30 – 3 p.m. Junior ecologists will study creatures on the ground, in the air, and in the water. Create a science kit, plant a terrarium, identify trees and animal tracks, and record everything in your journal.

$212 nonmember per child per camp Garden Plus members receive a 20% discount

Botany in the Kitchen June 27 – July 1, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 15 – 19, 12:30 – 3 p.m. Young chefs will discover how fruits, vegetables, herbs, and nutrients make cooking fascinating. They’ll harvest vegetables and plant an herb garden. Camera Craft June 20 – 24, 12:30 – 3 p.m. July 25 – 29, 9:30 a.m. – noon Campers will learn the elements of composition and framing snapshots, and practice shooting photos around the Garden. They’ll create a pinhole camera and rediscover the magic of nineteenth-century photography. Each camper must bring two disposable film cameras on the first day of camp.

Forensic Investigators June 20 – 24, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 1 – 5, 12:30 – 3 p.m. This year’s all-new mystery will require young CSI team members to try investigative techniques used by the pros to help us get to the bottom of this summer’s hot case. Garden Caching July 11 – 15, 9:30 a.m. – noon July 25 – 29, 12:30 – 3 p.m. A new Garden adventure awaits. Explorers will search for hidden caches using compasses, maps, and GPS as they learn the etiquette of geocaching. They’ll also create a cache for others to find. Konnichiwa Japan June 27 – July 1, 12:30 – 3 p.m. August 8 – 12, 9:30 a.m. – noon It’s time for immersion in Japanese culture as we explore Sansho-En, learn the art of bonsai, create sushi-inspired snacks, discover the art of calligraphy, and visit the Shoin House. Surviving Outdoors July 18 – 22, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 8 – 12, 12:30 – 3 p.m. Explorers will discover the secrets pioneers used to find water, make a collection of safe and useful plants, create a shelter, and learn about how to predict weather and storms.

Dirty Jobs July 11 – 15, 12:30 – 3 p.m. August 15 – 19, 9:30 a.m. – noon Have you ever wondered how dirty, grimy, and grubby you can get working in a garden? Campers see what is in a day’s work at the Garden. Keep our worm bins healthy, learn about the importance of compost, design and plant a garden, and meet a Garden scientist.

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Youth & Family: Camp CBG Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

$434 nonmember per child per camp Garden Plus members receive a 20% discount Art July 11 – 15, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. August 15 – 19, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Artists will introduce Adventurers to the use of various media to create their own art. Using the Garden as a backdrop, students will develop their photography, sculpture, and drawing skills. They will explore the use of natural materials and learn various tricks of the trade used by professional artists. Chemistry June 27 – July 1, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. August 1 – 5, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Who knew chemistry could be so cool? Adventurers will explore the basics of chemistry and chemical reactions. By performing simple experiments, they will develop a basic understanding of acids and bases, fine-tune measurement skills, and understand the importance of accurate data observation and recording. Cuisine July 18 – 22, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. August 8 – 12, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Calling all aspiring chefs! Campers will discuss menu techniques and preparation; learn principles of cooking with fruits and vegetables; improve basic chopping skills; and learn the importance of kitchen safety, setting a table, plating dishes, and creating a healthy meal. We’ll use our harvest in simple summer recipes—ice cream, pasta, and more. Ecology June 20 – 24, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. July 25 – 29, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. What does an ecologist do at the Garden? Adventurers will discover what scientists do as they explore the Garden’s native Illinois habitats. Campers will conduct studies in our prairie, wetland, and woodland habitats, becoming familiar with native species. They will perform their own surveys, identifications, and field observations.

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Rovers Most children are ages 7, 8, or 9

2-4

Grades

5-7

Two-week Camps

$868 nonmember per child per camp Garden Plus members receive a 20% discount

Other Camp Information Membership Garden Plus and above members receive a 20% discount on camps. You will need to provide your membership number at the time of camp registration. Garden membership is nontransferable.

It is a fantastic adventure at Camp CBG in our two-week, full-day camps for kids entering grades 2 to 4. Campers will explore all the Garden has to offer, make new friends, and jump into a fun-filled, outdoor, and educational camp program. Remember to pack a water bottle and snack daily, along with a nut-free lunch that does not require refrigeration.

Extra-Special Attention

Create & Grow June 20 – July 1, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. July 25 – August 5, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Cancellation Policy

Does your child enjoy the arts? Campers will explore the Garden with art, music, cooking, yoga, and planting activities that encourage creative multimedia expression. Spend two weeks of your summer being inspired by the Garden.

Let us know if your child has special needs, including physical, emotional, educational, or medical needs, or any food or airborne allergies. If your child will require accommodations, please call (847) 835-8361 to discuss prior to registering.

You may cancel your registration up to two weeks before the first day of that camp for a refund of 90 percent of cost of the camp. No refund will be given with less than two weeks’ notice. Transfers to other sessions will be granted up to one week before the start of a camp.

Before- and After-Camp Care

Science Explorer July 11 – 22, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. August 8 – 19, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Supervised before- and after-camp care is available. Activities include games, art projects, and gardening. More information is available on the Camp CBG webpage.

Explorers will investigate plant, animal, and human adaptations, while utilizing the scientific process. Ecology, botany, physics plus chemistry equals a whole lot of fun in this exciting two-week camp.

Grades preK to 7 June 20 – August 19

Leaders in Training Most children are ages 13 to 15

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Grades

Most children are 10 to 12

Grades

Adventurers

Our Leaders in Training (LITs), ages 13–15, help prepare for camps, assist teachers during the day, and learn life skills that will help them in future job searches and college preparation in our two-week program. For an application and further information regarding the LIT program, please contact the camp manager at (847) 835-8361.

Morning Care: 7:30 – 9:30 a.m. $50 per week per camper Afternoon Care: 3 – 5:30 p.m. $63 per week per camper

Lunch Camp CBG offers a supervised lunch period for Green Sprouts, Green Thumbs, and Explorers campers for $10 per child per week. We supervise the lunch bunch (noon to 12:30 p.m.) and escort them to their afternoon camps. Pack a nut-free lunch that does not require refrigeration. Visit chicagobotanic.org/camp for complete information about Camp CBG registration and policies.

July 11 - 15

July 18 - 22

July 25 - 29

August 1-5

August 8 - 12

August 15 - 19

9:45 – 11:15 a.m.

Friday Bloomin’ Strollers

NO CAMP

Friday Bloomin’ Strollers

My First Camp

9 – 10 a.m. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

NO CAMP

Small Scientists

Art & Music

My First Garden

Fantastic Foods

NO CAMP

My First Camp

9 – 10 a.m. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

NO CAMP

Small Scientists

Art & Music

My First Garden

Fantastic Foods

NO CAMP

Green Sprouts

9:30 a.m. – noon

Fun with Physics

Nature Art

NO CAMP

Hidden Treasures

Nature Art

Habitat Hunters

Mad Scientists

Hidden Treasures

Habitat Hunters

Green Sprouts

9:30 a.m. – noon

Garden Expedition

Salad Science

NO CAMP

Super Seedlings

Sprouting Wizards

Garden Expedition

Salad Science

Bug Brigade

Mad Scientists

Green Sprouts

12:30 – 3 p.m.

Hidden Treasures

Mad Scientists

NO CAMP

Habitat Hunters

Bug Brigade

Fun with Physics

Sprouting Wizards

Nature Art

Super Seedlings

Green Thumbs

9:30 a.m. – noon

Explore Your World

Incredible Edibles

NO CAMP

Plant People

Art in the Garden

Explore Your World

Incredible Edibles

Insect Investigation

Grossology

Green Thumbs

9:30 a.m. – noon

Treasure Hunt

Grossology

NO CAMP

Wildlife Wanderers

Insect Investigation

Kinetic Kids

Expert Wizardry

Art in the Garden

Plant People

Green Thumbs

12:30 – 3 p.m.

Kinetic Kids

Art in the Garden

NO CAMP

Treasure Hunt

Expert Wizardry

Wildlife Wanderers

Grossology

Treasure Hunt

Wildlife Wanderers

Rovers

My First Camp

July 4-8

Explorers

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3-4 5-7

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Adventurers

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6 mos to 2 yrs

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June 20 - 24

Programs

Grades

Youth & Family

Camp CBG Schedule

FULL-DAY TWO-WEEK 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Create & Grow

NO CAMP

9:30 a.m. – noon

Forensic Botany in Investigators the Kitchen

NO CAMP

Garden Caching

Surviving Outdoors

Camera Craft

Alfresco Art

Konnichiwa Japan

Dirty Jobs

Science Explorer

Create & Grow

Science Explorer

12:30 – 3 p.m.

Camera Craft

Konnichiwa Japan

NO CAMP

Dirty Jobs

Alfresco Art

Garden Caching

Forensic Investigators

Surviving Outdoors

Botany in the Kitchen

9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Ecology

Chemistry

NO CAMP

Art

Cuisine

Ecology

Chemistry

Cuisine

Art

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Teacher & Student Programs

Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School A caterpillar transforms into a chrysalis before emerging as a butterfly. This will be our education department as we transform our Learning Campus into a new, vibrant center of nature discovery. The same standards-based programs will continue during construction, but in alternate locations. We hope you will like the temporary change of scenery and join us in anticipating fall programs at the beautiful new Regenstein Learning Campus.

New Workbook Raises the Roof on Environmental Education Kelly Ksiazek was designing a course on green roofs for the Chicago Botanic Garden’s education department, and her search for teaching resources was proving to be fruitless. As a former high school science teacher with a passion for ecology and current Ph.D. candidate in the Garden’s Plant Biology and Conservation doctoral program, Ksiazek knew she could apply her skills to create a valuable, relevant resource for educators, parents, and teachers. She met a kindred spirit through a fellowship program at the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in Pittsburgh, and a workbook on green roofs was born. Growing UP in the City: A Book About Green Roofs by Ksiazek and Olyssa Starry explores green roofs as unique habitats for urban living. It guides readers to investigate the plants and animals that thrive in these sky gardens and reminds us that we can find nature everywhere, even in a bustling city. The Garden will make the workbook available to teachers upon request. Lessons are targeted to children in grades 4 – 7, but all ages will find it informative and fun. For teachers, the book’s lessons align with Next Generation Science Standards. Growing UP in the City is available at amazon.com; proceeds are reinvested to provide books to schools around the world. Visit greeningupthecity.com for free downloads.

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Kelly Ksiazek wrote a workbook that explores green roofs and reminds us that we can find nature everywhere.

We invite you to increase your understanding of plants and nature, build your repertoire of teaching techniques, and enliven your grades preK – 12 classrooms, while earning professional development and graduate credit. Visit chicagobotanic.org/ teacherprograms for more detailed program descriptions and to register for classes. All workshops are held at the Chicago Botanic Garden.

One-Day Workshops Gardening with Young Children Young children love to get their hands dirty. Explore ideas for gardening with young children both inside and out. Discover easy-to-grow plants that stimulate the senses and how to use those plants in simple investigations and experiments that explore topics like plant parts, plant life cycles, and how plants and animals interact. Saturday, March 19 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. $85 (20% discount for Educator Members) Grade level: PreK – 2 CPDUs: 6

Spring Explorations for Early Childhood Spring is a wonderful season for young children to explore nature. Learn about how nature begins to wake up and get ready for the growing season, including exploring plants only found in the spring, migrating birds, and other animal activities. Discover ideas for starting seeds and take home some plants for your garden. Saturday, April 2 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. $75 (20% discount for Educator Members) Grade level: PreK – 3 CPDUs: 6

Multi-Day Summer Workshops Exploring Climate to Address the NGSS

Inspiring Nature Play: Climbing Higher Our third annual conference presents Katie Slivovsky from Chicago Children’s Museum, who will speak about the need for nature play in a child’s life. Through interactive sessions, learn ways to integrate nature play into your early childhood program. Take away resources for inspiring parents to make time for nature play. The conference is organized and underwritten by the Alliance for Early Childhood and the Chicago Botanic Garden. Special thanks to the planning committee members from the Backyard Nature Center, Greeley Elementary School, Forest Preserves of Cook County, Kohl Children’s Museum, Northfield Community Nursery School, Lake Forest Open Lands, and Jurica-Suchy Nature Museum at Benedictine University.

Wednesday, May 4 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Spend three days at the Garden exploring easy ways to introduce the science of climate change to students and address the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Learn about the Garden’s curriculum Climate Change in My Backyard. Participate in activities that help students create and evaluate models and experiments and explore the local impacts of climate change. Tuesday, July 12, Thursday, July 14, and Friday, July 15 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. $180 (20% discount for Educator Members) Grade level: 5 – 12 CPDUs: 18, Graduate credit: 1 (optional; additional fee)

Schoolyard Explorations for Young Students Spend three days at the Garden exploring easy ways to use your school grounds to investigate weather and seasons, life cycles, habitats and homes, adaptations, and more. Learn how even young students can contribute data to real scientific studies like Project BudBurst by looking at dandelions. Discover some ideas for simple schoolyard gardens and take home plants. Tuesday, July 26, Thursday, July 28, and Friday, July 29 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

$40 (includes lunch and parking) Grade level: Birth – 3 CPDUs: 6

$180 (20% discount for Educator Members)

Springtime, Cycles, and Citizen Science Learn about growing cycles that get going in spring, what happens as tree buds open, and what animals are doing as it begins to get warm. Discover a variety of citizen scientist projects that track spring changes. Explore ways to enhance your schoolyard and receive plants to take home. Educators of other grade levels are welcome to register.

Grade level: PreK – 4 CPDUs: 18, Graduate credit: 1 (optional; additional fee)

Using and Enhancing School Green Spaces for Sensory Explorations

$75 (20% discount for Educator Memebers)

Spend two days at the Garden learning ways to explore green spaces. Learn about horticultural therapy techniques, explore the Buehler Enabling Garden, participate in sensory investigations and experiments, and get ideas for enhancing your school’s green space. This workshop is focused on a general school population but can be adapted for those working with students with special needs.

Grade level: 3 – 12 CPDUs: 6

Tuesday, August 9, and Thursday, August 11 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Saturday, May 21 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

From Our Noses to Our Toes: Exploring Nature through Our Senses Join us for a fun-filled day of nature play activities for infants and toddlers. Learn techniques for introducing nature to children through sensory exploration and hands-on learning. This class is designed for early intervention providers, day-care providers, parents, and anyone who works with infants to 3-year-olds, and is adaptable for PreK educators.

$150 (20% discount for Educator Members) Grade level: PreK – 4 CPDUs: 13, Graduate credit: 1 (optional; additional fee)

Saturday, June 11 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. $85 (20% discount for Educator Members) Grade level: Birth – PreK CPDUs: 6, Early Intervention credit: TBD

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Teacher Professional Development

Teacher & Student Programs

Other Teacher Programs Custom Workshops Let us help you bring the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) to your curriculum while increasing your understanding of plants and nature, building your repertoire of teaching techniques, and enlivening your classrooms. The Chicago Botanic Garden offers a variety of professional development workshops customized for your group’s needs. Perfect for teacher institute days, curriculum meetings, or other school events, workshops can be held at your school or at the Garden. Teachers, administrative staff, and parent or neighborhood volunteers can all participate through active learning that models grade-appropriate techniques for integrating plant-based learning into the curriculum. The Garden is a CPS Preferred Provider of teacher professional development. Please call Teacher Programs at (847) 835-8253 for more information or to schedule a custom workshop.

Gardening Courses Windy City Harvest offers half-day and full-day workshops on growing plants indoors and outside. It’s a great way to improve your home or school gardening skills. Visit chicagobotanic.org/windycityharvest/ courses for a complete list of topics and other information.

Real World Science Investigations in the Classroom

Student Field Trips Everyone loves a field trip to the Garden. We offer programs for all grade levels and options to make your day educational and fun. Visit chicagobotanic.org/ fieldtrips for complete program information and to schedule your visit.

Guided Field Trips Guided programs are led by trained facilitators and feature hands-on activities aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards. The field trips focus on the plants and habitats found at the Garden. Field trips include outdoor exploration activities, so please dress for the weather. Visit chicagobotanic.org/ fieldtrips for more details and to schedule your visit. Programs cost $120 per class. K – 12 workshops have a maximum of 30 students, and preK workshops have a maximum of 25 students. Chaperone to student ratios depend on grade level, with a limit of eight chaperones per class. Available dates vary with the program. Workshops are 60 minutes long unless otherwise noted.

Homeschool Groups We welcome you to register for field trips to the Garden. If your homeschool group includes a range of ages, please review our complete program descriptions online and select a program that best matches your group’s grade level and knowledge base.

A 1:5 ratio of chaperones to students is required.

Discovering Plants Become a junior botanist as you learn about the roles of plant parts. To experience plant parts in action, students will explore the Garden, the Greenhouses, or the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden. Each student will pot a plant to take home. Early Spring and Spring

Science with Your Senses Your young scientists will embark on a sensory exploration! Students will learn to use all their senses to make good scientific observations while investigating and comparing the plants and animals they see in the Garden. Each student will pot a plant to take home. Early Spring and Spring

Guided Programs Grades 1 – 2 A 1:5 ratio of chaperones to students is required.

Surprising Seeds Ever wonder how that plant started growing where there are no others like it? As junior botanists, students explore the structures that allow seeds to disperse to new areas. Students will explore the Garden to look for seeds and pot their own seed to take home. Early Spring

Project BudBurst

The Wonders of Worms and Soil

Join students and communities from across the country in collecting plant life-cycle data and entering it into our user-friendly database. Details, learning activities for grades K through 12, and data from past years are available at budburst.org. Project BudBurst is a collaborative project of the Chicago Botanic Garden and the National Ecological Observatory Network. It is supported by grants from the National Geographic Education Foundation and NASA.

What roles do worms play in an ecosystem? Students will investigate the components of healthy soil and come face to face with common soil-dwelling critters. Each student will leave with a potted plant. Early Spring

Butterflies and Bumblebees

Climate Change In My Backyard This series of lessons integrates student participation in Project BudBurst with investigation of NASA climate data, and uses an earth-systems approach to understanding climate change and its consequences for our environment. The series is aligned with the Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards and is available in three levels—grades 5 – 6, grades 7 – 9, and grades 10 – 12. Visit chicagobotanic.org/ nasa for more information.

Guided Programs Grades PreK – K

Outrageous Orchids Programs (90 minutes) During the Orchid Show, all grade levels can explore the incredible diversity of orchids. Different programs are available for each grade level. Visit chicagobotanic.org/education/teachers_students for complete descriptions. Admission to the seasonal Orchid Show is included.

Discover the wonderful world of pollinators. Students will explore the Garden from the perspective of a pollinator and pretend to be bees and butterflies as they help pollinate flowers. Each student will pot a plant to take home. Spring

Water Bugs Investigate the amazing creatures living in our waterways. Students will get an up-close look at the organisms that live in the Garden’s lakes and learn how they can tell scientists something about how healthy the water is. Spring

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Guided Programs 5 – 6

Guided Programs 7 – 12

A 1:7 ratio of chaperones to students is required.

A 1:10 ratio of chaperones to students is required. All programs are 90 minutes in length.

Flower Lab

Ecosystems and Plant Adaptations

Why do plants make flowers? As junior botanists, students learn about flower parts and how flowers, with pollinators’ help, produce seeds. Students will pot a flower seed to take home and apply knowledge gained as they explore flowers in the Garden.

Plants can survive and even thrive in challenging environmental conditions. Investigate how plants are adapted to abiotic factors in their environment by comparing and contrasting their characteristics and the conditions in which they live. Students will pot a plant to take home.

Early Spring

The Wonders of Worms and Soil What roles do worms play in an ecosystem? Students will investigate the components of healthy soil and come face to face with common soil-dwelling critters. Each student will leave with a potted plant. Spring

Early Spring

Spring

Clone a new plant from part of another one. Compare and experiment with some different methods of propagating plants as you learn about various ways plants reproduce. Plant stem cuttings to take home and watch the roots grow.

Biodiversity Field Study

Early Spring

Discover the wonderful world of pollinators. Students will investigate the variety of structures and methods flowers use to attract pollinators and explore the Garden from the perspective of a pollinator. Each student will pot a plant to take home.

Pollinator Preference Discover the wonderful world of pollinators. Students will investigate the variety ways flowers attract pollinators and explore pollinator behavior using scientific tools. Each student will pot a plant to take home.

Mighty Macros

Spring

Investigate the amazing creatures living in our waterways. Students will get an up-close look at the organisms that live in the Garden’s lakes and learn how they can tell scientists something about how healthy the water is.

Lake Investigations

Spring

Investigate what the organisms found in water can indicate about its health. Students will learn to identify organisms that indicate water quality, conducting a chemical assessment, and analyze what the results mean. Use the data students collect to compare to other waterways. Please prepare your students to be outdoors for the program.

Plant Propagation

Partners in Pollination

Spring

Water Quality Field Study

Investigate the diversity of different areas at the Garden. Students will learn to use systematic sampling techniques and observation skills to collect data about the plants present. By graphing and analyzing the data, students will compare the species richness and diversity of two areas. Use the data students collect to compare to other plant communities. Please prepare your students to be outdoors for the program. Spring

Photosynthesis Lab Students will explore photosynthesis, investigating how and where it takes place, how plants obtain the materials necessary for it to occur, and its products. Students will use scientific equipment to identify plant stomata and measure the gas exchange. Early Spring

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Students get a whole new perspective on plants on a Garden field trip.

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Guided Programs for Children with Special Needs Bring your students to the Chicago Botanic Garden for a customized therapeutic program in the Buehler Enabling Garden outdoor classroom. These one-hour programs provide a guided, structured experience with nature and are designed for youth in grades K–12 with special needs. All programs are offered in the morning between 10 a.m. and noon, and cost $120 for a maximum of 15 students. Proper ratio of adults to student is required.

Nature Play: Fun with Senses The Buehler Enabling Garden is a safe and comfortable garden where students with sensory processing disorders can experience nature and gardening. Students will be immersed in hands-on activities relating to plants and their sensory properties, have opportunities to increase socialization, and be immersed in a plant-rich environment that supports overcoming tactile defensiveness. Wednesday through Friday

Therapeutic Gardening We can customize a program to meet the needs of your group. Please call (847) 835-6801 for more information about how we can serve your group. If you find it difficult to travel with your students, please contact us to discuss possible programs delivered in your school.

Additional Field Trip Experiences School Tram Tours

The Orchid Show Enjoy an eye-popping walk through the Tropical and Semitropical Greenhouses and Galleries to experience a colorful display of thousands of different orchids.

Embark on a delightful journey around the Garden. Your tram tour guide will show you things you might not notice on your own and invite you to search for nature’s secrets.

February 15 through March 11 $3 per person*

Late April through October $3 per person

Guide your students around our popular model railroad exhibition, where 7,500 square feet of miniature gardens and unique settings delight students and chaperones alike. Visit chicagobotanic.org/railroad for more information.

Offered at 10:30 and 11:15 a.m., noon, or 12:45 p.m. Grades PreK – 6, 30 minutes

Model Railroad Garden

Climb aboard for a narrated tram tour around the 2.6-mile perimeter of the Garden. Your tour guide will present highlights and answer the question “What is a botanic garden?” in an interactive journey of the Garden.

May through October $3 per person*

Grades 7 – 12, 35 minutes

Summer groups: visit our outdoor, screened butterfly exhibition where students can encounter hundreds of live tropical butterflies from South America, Asia, North America, and Africa, as well as native species from Illinois. Visit chicagobotanic.org/butterflies for more information about Butterflies & Blooms.

Your tour guide will present highlights and history of this living museum, and share information about our research projects and conservation efforts. *New: You may purchase tickets for the following special exhibitions on-site the day of your field trip at the school group rate. You still must preregister and pre-pay for Tram Tours.

Monday through Friday

Self-Guided Field Trips Self-guided field trips allow students to explore while you lead them through the Garden. Register in advance and Garden staff will be available to discuss areas suited for any curricular topic prior to your field trip. Year-round Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $50 per bus

Science experiments are fun at the Garden.

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Butterflies & Blooms

May 23 through September 7 $3 per person*

Additional support is provided by anonymous funders, Albers/Kuhn Family Foundation, Alvin H. Baum Family Fund, BMO Harris Bank, George and Amanda Hanley Foundation, Prince Charitable Trusts, and Steans Family Foundation.

Science Career Continuum

Windy City Harvest

Great Summer Science Experiences for Students

Brighter Futures in a Growing Economy

The Garden offers qualified students in middle school through college opportunities to explore their interest in science and related careers.

Windy City Harvest introduces Chicago youth and young adults to sustainable horticulture and urban agriculture. Through education, mentoring, and job training, this program has enabled thousands of young people to realize their potential.

Science First (Grades 8 – 10)

Science First is a free summer program for Chicago Public School students entering grades 8 – 10. Through hands-on, nature-based science activities, students improve their understanding of nature and the scientific method. Applications are due April 15, 2016. chicagobotanic.org/research/continuum

College First (Grades 11 – 12)

College First is an internship, field ecology course, and career guidance for CPS students entering their junior or senior year. Students earn income and college credit while studying field ecology alongside scientists at the Garden. Applications are due April 8, 2016. chicagobotanic.org/research/continuum The Science Career Continuum is made possible by the generous support of the Paul M. Angell Family Foundation, Lloyd A. Fry Foundation, ITW, Baxter International Inc., Discover Financial Services, Sally Mead Hands Foundation, Annette R. Kleinman, Harold M. and Adeline S. Morrison Family Foundation, Sage Foundation, the Trillium Foundation, W.P. & H.B. White Foundation, Alvin H. Baum Family Fund, Bertha Lebus Charitable Trust, William J. Clancy Foundation, Comcast Corporation, and Leo S. Guthman Fund.

Research Experiences for Undergraduates

The Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program is a ten-week research internship for college undergraduates. Students work with Garden scientists and graduate students from the Plant Biology and Conservation joint program with Northwestern University and the Garden. Visit cbgreu.org for more information. The Garden’s REU program is funded by the National Science Foundation.

Windy City Harvest Youth Farm

Windy City Harvest Youth Farm provides summer jobs and skills training for urban teens from some of the most challenged communities in Chicago and Lake County. Teens learn about sustainable gardening, healthy food systems, and healthy communities. They also learn leadership and teamwork skills that prepare them for a successful future.

Windy City Harvest Apprenticeship

This certificate program in sustainable urban agriculture, offered in partnership with Daley College and held at Arturo Velasquez Institute satellite campus, prepares students for jobs in local horticulture and urban agriculture industries. Students gain practical skills that enable them to change their careers and their lives for the better.

Horticultural Therapy Cultivating Health and Well-being Horticultural Therapy Services

Since 1977, the Garden’s Horticultural Therapy Services Program has supported the establishment of horticultural therapy programs at healthcare and human service agencies serving schools, VA hospitals, people with disabilities, and older adults in the Chicago region. The program serves as a primary regional, national, and international resource for information, professional training, and consulting services in barrier-free garden design, sensory landscaping, and horticultural therapy program planning. chicagobotanic.org/therapy

Windy City Harvest Corps

Windy City Harvest Corps provides training and transitional employment to juveniles (ages 17 to 21) and adults who have been involved with the justice system. Participants complete the Roots of Success job-readiness curriculum, which prepares them for other life-changing opportunities, including the Apprenticeship program.

Windy City Harvest Entrepreneur and Career Program

Also contributing are the Laurance Armour Memorial Trust at the Chicago Community Trust, Tom E. Dailey Foundation, Eileen Fisher, Farm Aid, Grainger Foundation, Ginny Hotaling, Just BARE Chicken, Kaplan Foundation Fund/ Carol and Ed Kaplan, National Recreation Foundation, North Shore Garden Club, Madeleine P. Plonsker, REDF, State Farm, Linda F. Tomchuck, and Whole Foods Market.

Though this program, students can take 14-week courses in industry-specific topics such as Local Foods Business and Entrepreneurship, Season Extension, and Aquaponics. Selected graduates are eligible to become “incubator” farmers for two years at Windy City Harvest’s Legends South Farm.

Horticultural Therapy is supported by an endowment from the Buehler Family Foundation. Additional support is provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, Abra Prentice Foundation, Albers/Kuhn Family Foundation, the Field Foundation of Illinois, Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Edmond and Alice Opler Foundation, the Brinson Foundation, and Mr. and Mrs. Roger O. Brown, as well as endowments established by the estate of Florence Rantz, the Kenilworth Garden Club, and the Julien H. Collins and Bertha M. Collins Fund. The Chicago Botanic Garden’s education and community programs are generously supported by The Brinson Foundation, HSBC, Kemper Educational and Charitable Foundation, United States Environmental Protection Agency, After School Matters, and the Allstate Insurance Company.

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Major support for the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Windy City Harvest programs is provided by the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program of the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, USDA and the City of Chicago Department of Family and Support Services as well as anonymous funders, Aetna Foundation, After School Matters, AgriBank and 1st Farm Credit Services, the J.R. Albert Foundation, Boeing Company, Brinshore Development, Walter and Karla Goldschmidt Foundation, Hilton Chicago, the Kraft Heinz Foundation, Walter S. Mander Foundation, the James and Madeleine McMullan Family Foundation, Midwest Foods, PCC Community Wellness Center, Polk Bros. Foundation, Preservation Foundation of Lake County Forest Preserves, SAVOR…Chicago at McCormick Place, Spear Family Charitable Fund, State Farm Youth Advisory Board, and Tyson Foods.

This Season&inGarden the Garden Antiques Fair

This Season in the Garden Kris Jarantoski, executive vice president and director Beginning with the earliest spring bulbs such as snowdrops in February or March, spring unfolds throughout the Chicago Botanic Garden and swells into an incredible extravaganza of flowers by May. The horticulture staff planted more than 165,000 spring-flowering bulbs last fall and will put in almost 70,000 spring-flowering annuals this spring to provide a celebration of color after the stark winter. We use few white annuals in spring since the ground has been covered in snow in the winter. Nowhere else in the Midwest will you find the variety and beauty of spring flowers, whether bulbs, annuals, perennials, or woody plants. Every year there are some plants that do not survive the winter, and people often ask what we are planting in light of climate change. The answer is simply that our planting objectives haven’t changed. With the difficult winters of 2012 – 13 and 2014 – 15, we learned that we need to keep planting trees, shrubs, and ground covers that handle the coldest Chicago winters or we will have large losses come spring. The Garden has always pushed the limit, trying new and different plants from around the world that may perform well here and make Chicago-area gardens more interesting, diverse, and beautiful. Magnolias are my favorite spring-flowering tree. The Garden has not planted many magnolias because of soil challenges and problems with magnolia scale. But there are some large Yellow Lantern magnolias in the Sensory Garden that are breathtaking. Merrill magnolias at the entrance to the Graham Bulb Garden envelop visitors in clouds of fragrant blossoms, and Royal Star magnolias crown the east walk of Evening Island. Each spring, these magnolias combine with forsythia and daffodils to create an unforgettable experience seen from the Nautilus—the spiralshaped stone terrace near the Theodore C. Butz Memorial Carillon. Before the daffodils emerge, crocus blanket the lawn next to the terrace; and after the daffodils die back, beautiful and tough marsh spurge (Euphorbia palustris) brightens the edge of the lawn with its yellow flowers. We try to prevent our forsythia from looking like gaudy gold blobs in the landscape by cutting about one-third of the largest branches down to the ground each year. This enhances the natural shape of the plant and creates a lighter see-through form with delicate yellow bells hanging from the branches. In the rock garden of the Farwell Landscape Garden, delicate pasque flowers (both lavender and red) are gorgeous, and vernal witch hazel perfumes the air. It’s so much more pleasurable to walk through this garden since last summer when we replaced deteriorating asphalt walks with brick. Last autumn we did the same for the Native Plant Garden. A good time to see the native ephemeral flowers in this garden is usually around May 1 (weather dependent). We will start the renewal of the walk in the Bulb Garden after the major spring bulb season. Over the last year, the new Regenstein Learning Campus has exceeded expectations as the unique topography and new Education Center have taken shape. There are many styles of children’s gardens throughout the country—ours focuses on connecting children directly with nature and eschews structures and a playground atmosphere in favor of having kids interact directly with the trees, flowers, stones, water, and other elements of nature. The Mikyoung Kim garden concept developed by Jacobs/Ryan Associates and the building by Booth Hansen are exceeding all our expectations. The final plants will be planted this spring. As with all our gardens, a wide variety of plants was chosen to give this garden year-round interest. Let our inspiration be yours: Visit the Garden this spring for ideas on what you can plant to enhance your own spring garden.

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The Chicago Botanic Garden is one of the treasures of the Forest Preserves of Cook County.

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Orchid Show Enjoy 10,000 blooming, brilliantly beautiful orchids. chicagobotanic.org/orchid

Through March 13